US276 over East Fork Pigeon River
FairHaywood County, North Carolina · 1.5 MI.S.JCT.SR1100 · Structure no. 000000000870060
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US276 over East Fork Pigeon River is a concrete culvert carrying US276 over East Fork Pigeon River in Haywood County, North Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US276 over East Fork Pigeon River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US276 over East Fork Pigeon 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US276 over East Fork Pigeon River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US276 over East Fork Pigeon River?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m).
Who owns US276 over East Fork Pigeon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.