Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River
FairPosted for loadWatauga County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi.N.Jct.State Farm R · Structure no. 000000001890346
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1992 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River in Watauga County, North Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Hunting Hills Lane over South Fork New River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.