US21 over South Yadkin River
GoodIredell County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. N. Jct. SR1914 · Structure no. 000000000970074
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 262 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US21 over South Yadkin River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US21 over South Yadkin River in Iredell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2040. The structure is 262 ft (79.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US21 over South Yadkin River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US21 over South Yadkin 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US21 over South Yadkin River carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US21 over South Yadkin River?
The structure is 262 ft (79.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US21 over South Yadkin River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.