I-26 over Big Laurel Creek. Sr1318

Fair Condition25 years old11,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMadison
Location3 Mi.e.tenn.state Line
CarriesI-26
CrossesBig Laurel Creek. Sr1318
Coordinates35.91704, -82.55788

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length993.8 ft (302.9 m)
Max Span250.0 ft (76.2 m)
Deck Width96.8 ft (29.5 m)
Deck Area8935.5 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built2001

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic23%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001150547

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