US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv
FairWatauga County, North Carolina · .01 MI.S.JCT.SR1542 1602 · Structure no. 000000001890060
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 21,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv is a concrete culvert carrying US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv in Watauga County, North Carolina. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 76 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 6 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 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,000 by 2040. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv 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 US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv carry?
About 21,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv?
The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m).
Who owns US221 US32 over Middle Fork S.Fork Newrv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.