Sr1121 over Watauga River

Fair Condition42 years old320 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location15 Ft.e.jct.sr1116
CarriesSr1121
CrossesWatauga River
Coordinates36.23870, -81.82285

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length224.7 ft (68.5 m)
Max Span58.7 ft (17.9 m)
Deck Width26.2 ft (8 m)
Deck Area548 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1984

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic320 (2016)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001890214

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