US129 NC14 over Long Creek
FairGraham County, North Carolina · 100 FT.N.JCT.SR1156 · Structure no. 000000000750007
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US129 NC14 over Long Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US129 NC14 over Long Creek in Graham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,800 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 US129 NC14 over Long Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US129 NC14 over Long 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US129 NC14 over Long Creek carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US129 NC14 over Long Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US129 NC14 over Long Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.