NC105 over Linville River
FairAvery County, North Carolina · .1 MI.N.JCT.US221 · Structure no. 000000000110006
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC105 over Linville River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC105 over Linville River in Avery County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC105 over Linville River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC105 over Linville River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does NC105 over Linville River carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is NC105 over Linville River?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns NC105 over Linville River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.