Sr1557 over Watauga River
Fair Condition60 years old1,700 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Location | .1 Mi.e.jct.sr1568 |
| Carries | Sr1557 |
| Crosses | Watauga River |
| Coordinates | 36.17336, -81.74581 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 149.9 ft (45.7 m) |
| Max Span | 48.9 ft (14.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 32.5 ft (9.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 452.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1966 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 1,700 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001890003 |