Us221 over Armstrong Creek

Fair Condition32 years old12,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location.3 Mi.s.jct.sr1558
CarriesUs221
CrossesArmstrong Creek
Coordinates35.79507, -82.03495

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length142.7 ft (43.5 m)
Max Span81.7 ft (24.9 m)
Deck Width83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Area1100.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110104

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