Us276 over French Broad River

Fair Condition28 years old6,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Location.06 Mi.n.jct.sr1540
CarriesUs276
CrossesFrench Broad River
Coordinates35.21323, -82.71365

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length261.8 ft (79.8 m)
Max Span86.9 ft (26.5 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area1029.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,400 (2022)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001750039

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