Us221 over I-40

Poor Condition68 years old7,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location0.37 Mi.n.jct.sr1318
CarriesUs221
CrossesI-40
Coordinates35.64375, -81.98572

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length342.8 ft (104.5 m)
Max Span66.9 ft (20.4 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area1055.5 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1958

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,200 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110033

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