Sr1538 over Big Creek

Poor Condition55 years old1,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
Location.2 Mi.n.jct.sr1540
CarriesSr1538
CrossesBig Creek
Coordinates35.09183, -83.19632

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Max Span33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Width25.3 ft (7.7 m)
Deck Area86.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001130061

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