Nc226 over Alexander Creek

Poor Condition66 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMcDowell
Location.3 Mi.s.jct.sr1758
CarriesNc226
CrossesAlexander Creek
Coordinates35.62442, -81.88088

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Culvert4 (Poor)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignCulvert
Total Length22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Max Span5.9 ft (1.8 m)
Deck Area42.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001110377

Nearby Bridges

Nc226 over Katy Creek 0.9 mi Good Sr1798 over Katy Creek 0.9 mi Good Sr1798 over Katy Creek 0.9 mi Good Sr1768 over South Muddy Creek 1.3 mi Fair Nc226 over South Muddy Creek 1.4 mi Good Sr1769 over Hoppers Creek 1.7 mi Good Sr1771 over Hoppers Creek 2.0 mi Good Sr1771 over Magazine Branch 2.2 mi Good Nc226 over Hopper Creek 2.3 mi Good Sr1764 over South Muddy Creek 2.3 mi Good