NC143 over Taulula Creek
FairGraham County, North Carolina · .1 MI.E.JCT.US129 · Structure no. 000000000750134
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC143 over Taulula Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC143 over Taulula Creek in Graham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,200 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC143 over Taulula Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC143 over Taulula 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does NC143 over Taulula Creek carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC143 over Taulula Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns NC143 over Taulula Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.