Tow String Road over Oconaluftee River
Fair Condition21 years old240 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Swain |
| Location | 0.1 Miles To Newfound Gap |
| Carries | Tow String Road |
| Crosses | Oconaluftee River |
| Coordinates | 35.54122, -83.29717 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Truss - Thru |
| Total Length | 88.9 ft (27.1 m) |
| Max Span | 87.6 ft (26.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 31.8 ft (9.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 262.9 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 2005 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 240 (2009) |
| Truck Traffic | 2% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 523 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | National Park Service |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 5460103P0000000 |