Sr1580 over Watauga River

Good Condition32 years old400 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location0.1 Mi.s.jct.nc105
CarriesSr1580
CrossesWatauga River
Coordinates36.16042, -81.76369

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length134.8 ft (41.1 m)
Max Span53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area386.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1994

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic400 (2000)
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 Number000000001890298

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