NC9 over Broad River
FairBuncombe County, North Carolina · .4 MI.S.JCT.SR2776 · Structure no. 000000000210176
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC9 over Broad River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC9 over Broad River in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2040. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC9 over Broad River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC9 over Broad 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does NC9 over Broad River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC9 over Broad River?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns NC9 over Broad River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.