Us70 Wbl over Southwest Creek

Fair Condition58 years old7,750 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyLenoir
Location0.35 Mi W Jct Sr1903
CarriesUs70 Wbl
CrossesSouthwest Creek
Coordinates35.22969, -77.54314

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length157.8 ft (48.1 m)
Max Span50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area620.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,750 (2021)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001070073

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