Us221 321 over Winkler Creek
Fair Condition79 years old42,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Location | .4 Mi.n.jct.sr1522 |
| Carries | Us221 321 |
| Crosses | Winkler Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.19951, -81.65903 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 112.9 ft (34.4 m) |
| Max Span | 36.7 ft (11.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 70.5 ft (21.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 739.6 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1947 (reconstructed 2013) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 42,000 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 12% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 5 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 923 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001890067 |