Us221 421 over South Fork New River
Fair Condition36 years old27,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Location | 25 Ft.e.jct.sr1515 |
| Carries | Us221 421 |
| Crosses | South Fork New River |
| Coordinates | 36.22086, -81.63998 |
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 | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 151.9 ft (46.3 m) |
| Max Span | 72.8 ft (22.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 74.5 ft (22.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 1051.0 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1990 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 27,000 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 12% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
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 | 000000001890069 |