SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River
FairPosted for loadCatawba County, North Carolina · 0.6 Mi. W. Jct. SR2022 · Structure no. 000000000350114
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River in Catawba County, North Carolina. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2040. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR2021 over South Fork Catawba 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns SR2021 over South Fork Catawba River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.