SR1139 over Ellis Creek
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. SR1140 · Structure no. 000000000570013
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 520
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1139 over Ellis Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR1139 over Ellis Creek in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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.
It carries about 520 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1139 over Ellis Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1139 over Ellis 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR1139 over Ellis Creek carry?
About 520 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1139 over Ellis Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns SR1139 over Ellis Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.