Sr1197 over Bear Creek
Fair Condition74 years old750 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Mitchell |
| Location | .5 Mi.n.jct.sr1195 |
| Carries | Sr1197 |
| Crosses | Bear Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.97033, -82.10264 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | Unknown |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 31.8 ft (9.7 m) |
| Max Span | 14.8 ft (4.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 25.3 ft (7.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 74.7 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1952 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 750 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001210132 |