US176 over North Pacolet River
FairPosted for loadPolk County, North Carolina · .7 MI.E.JCT.SR1102 · Structure no. 000000001490027
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 106 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US176 over North Pacolet River is a concrete tee beam carrying US176 over North Pacolet River in Polk County, North Carolina. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US176 over North Pacolet River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is US176 over North Pacolet 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US176 over North Pacolet River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US176 over North Pacolet River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns US176 over North Pacolet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.