Sr1559 over Limekiln Creek

Poor Condition66 years old70 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location.1 Mi.e.jct.sr1556
CarriesSr1559
CrossesLimekiln Creek
Coordinates35.79313, -82.01897

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure3 (Serious)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Max Span14.8 ft (4.5 m)
Deck Width18.0 ft (5.5 m)
Deck Area51.7 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic70 (2000)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110194

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