SR1004 over Tar River
FairPosted for loadGranville County, North Carolina · 0.6 MI S. of JCT SR1160 · Structure no. 000000000770070
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1004 over Tar River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1004 over Tar River in Granville County, North Carolina. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,600 by 2040. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1004 over Tar River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1004 over Tar 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 SR1004 over Tar River carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1004 over Tar River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SR1004 over Tar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.