Sr1543 over French Broad R.overflow

Fair Condition57 years old2,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Location.1 Mi.w.jct.sr1540
CarriesSr1543
CrossesFrench Broad R.overflow
Coordinates35.22378, -82.70634

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length109.9 ft (33.5 m)
Max Span19.7 ft (6 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area371.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,000 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001750206

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