Sr1533 over French Broad River

Poor Condition68 years old2,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Location.4 Mi.e.jct.sr1504
CarriesSr1533
CrossesFrench Broad River
Coordinates35.25200, -82.67933

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length287.7 ft (87.7 m)
Max Span55.8 ft (17 m)
Deck Width27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Area745.5 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1958

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,800 (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 Number000000001750030

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