US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River
FairCherokee County, North Carolina · .1 Mi.S.Jct.Us 64 · Structure no. 000000000390031
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 476 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,250
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River in Cherokee County, North Carolina. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 10,250 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,500 by 2040. The structure is 476 ft (145 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River carry?
About 10,250 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River?
The structure is 476 ft (145 m) long with a longest span of 111 ft (33.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US19 74 129 Nbl over Hiwassee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.