Sr1501 over Catawba River

Fair Condition47 years old700 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location.2 Mi.s.jct.sr1550
CarriesSr1501
CrossesCatawba River
Coordinates35.71957, -82.00203

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length481.0 ft (146.6 m)
Max Span58.7 ft (17.9 m)
Deck Width32.8 ft (10 m)
Deck Area1,466 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1979

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic700 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110069

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