Sr1500 over Watauga Creek

Poor Condition51 years old750 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
Location.3 Mi.w.jct.us23 441
CarriesSr1500
CrossesWatauga Creek
Coordinates35.22927, -83.34572

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Max Span21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Width24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Area94.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1975

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic750 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001130199

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