US Bridges

Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir

FairClosed to traffic

Granville County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi.N. of SR1448 · Structure no. 000000000770144

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
242 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir in Granville County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 242 ft (73.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesClosed (SR1443)
CrossesJohnhkerr Reservoir
Location1.0 Mi.N. of SR1448
RouteState Highway 1443
Coordinates36.53399, -78.59781
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating20 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length242 ft (73.7 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2019)
Projected traffic200 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir?

The structure is 242 ft (73.7 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Closed (SR1443) over Johnhkerr Reservoir?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.