NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River
GoodHaywood County, North Carolina · 4.0 Mi. from Jct. Nc 215 · Structure no. 081107000003124
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River is a concrete slab carrying NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River in Haywood County, North Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 620.7 mi (999 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 97 over Right Prong Pigeon River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.