Nc194 over Watauga River
Fair Condition48 years old2,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Location | 50 Ft.n.jct.sr1116 |
| Carries | Nc194 |
| Crosses | Watauga River |
| Coordinates | 36.21664, -81.78624 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 280.8 ft (85.6 m) |
| Max Span | 67.9 ft (20.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 30.5 ft (9.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 796.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1978 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,000 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 7% |
| 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 | 000000001890027 |