US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv
GoodWatauga County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI.N.JCT.SR1540 · Structure no. 000000001890030
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv in Watauga County, North Carolina. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,000 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv 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 2021.
How much traffic does US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US221 321 over Mid.Fork S.Fork New Rv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.