Us70 over Southern Rr

Poor Condition67 years old5,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location.05 Mi.w.jct.sr1826
CarriesUs70
CrossesSouthern Rr
Coordinates35.70255, -81.97156

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length197.8 ft (60.3 m)
Max Span70.9 ft (21.6 m)
Deck Width31.5 ft (9.6 m)
Deck Area578.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1959

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,400 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110127

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