I-40 Wbl over Catawba River
Fair Condition36 years old14,250 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | McDowell |
| Location | .9 Mi.e.jct.sr1234 |
| Carries | I-40 Wbl |
| Crosses | Catawba River |
| Coordinates | 35.63999, -82.12711 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 199.8 ft (60.9 m) |
| Max Span | 64.0 ft (19.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 43.0 ft (13.1 m) |
| Deck Area | 797.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1990 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 14,250 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 23% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 324 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001110091 |