Sr1197 over Bear Creek

Fair Condition74 years old350 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMitchell
Location.01 Mi.s.jct.sr1195
CarriesSr1197
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates35.96378, -82.10572

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Max Span21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Width23.3 ft (7.1 m)
Deck Area79.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1952 (reconstructed 2021)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic350 (2019)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001210115

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