US19 129 over Cobb Creek
FairCherokee County, North Carolina · .2 MI.N.JCT.SR1556 · Structure no. 000000000390003
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 129 over Cobb Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US19 129 over Cobb Creek in Cherokee County, North Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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.
It carries about 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,200 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 129 over Cobb Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 129 over Cobb Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US19 129 over Cobb Creek carry?
About 8,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US19 129 over Cobb Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US19 129 over Cobb Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.