US Bridges

Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR

Fair

Buncombe County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. W. Jct. Greenview · Structure no. 000000000210575

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
94 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,300
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 5 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2040. The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesDeaverview Rd.
CrossesNorfork Southern RR
Location0.1 Mi. W. Jct. Greenview
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBuncombe County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.5809, -82.61126
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length94 ft (28.6 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,300 (2018)
Projected traffic10,600 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR carry?

About 5,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR?

The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Deaverview Rd. over Norfork Southern RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.