SR1359 over Valley River
FairCherokee County, North Carolina · 50 FT.S.JCT.US19 74 129 · Structure no. 000000000390158
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 1995 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1359 over Valley River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1359 over Valley River in Cherokee 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1359 over Valley River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1359 over Valley 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR1359 over Valley River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (1995 count).
How long is SR1359 over Valley River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR1359 over Valley River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.