SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek
FairDurham County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. N. of Jct. SR1671 · Structure no. 000000000630279
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,400 by 2040. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1709 over Ellerbe 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns SR1709 over Ellerbe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.