Sr1570 over Elk Creek

Fair Condition64 years old70 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location.3 Mi.n.jct.sr1576
CarriesSr1570
CrossesElk Creek
Coordinates36.20599, -81.54112

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Max Span28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Width14.4 ft (4.4 m)
Deck Area41.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1962

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic70 (2000)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001890301

Nearby Bridges

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