Us421 over Fish Dam Creek

Fair Condition71 years old16,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWilkes
Location.5 Mi.w.jct.nc16
CarriesUs421
CrossesFish Dam Creek
Coordinates36.14984, -81.24082

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length34.8 ft (10.6 m)
Max Span10.8 ft (3.3 m)
Deck Area251.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955 (reconstructed 2004)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,500 (2021)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001930058

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