SR1409 over Valley River
FairPosted for loadCherokee County, North Carolina · .01 MI.W.JCT.SR1393 · Structure no. 000000000390236
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 65 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1997 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1409 over Valley River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1409 over Valley River in Cherokee County, North Carolina. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2040. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 20 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 SR1409 over Valley River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1409 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR1409 over Valley River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1997 count).
How long is SR1409 over Valley River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns SR1409 over Valley River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.