SR1306 (closed) over Elk River
FairClosed to trafficAvery County, North Carolina · 50 FT.W.JCT.SR1305 · Structure no. 000000000110125
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 133 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1306 (closed) over Elk River is a steel truss - thru carrying SR1306 (closed) over Elk River in Avery County, North Carolina. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 650 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2040. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 12 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 SR1306 (closed) over Elk River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1306 (closed) over Elk 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR1306 (closed) over Elk River carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1306 (closed) over Elk River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.4 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns SR1306 (closed) over Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.