Sr1594 over Watauga River

Poor Condition61 years old350 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWatauga
Location0.2 Mi.s.jct.nc105
CarriesSr1594
CrossesWatauga River
Coordinates36.14622, -81.79126

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length61.7 ft (18.8 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width17.7 ft (5.4 m)
Deck Area101.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic350 (1996)
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 Number000000001890319

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