IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek
FairJackson County, North Carolina · 3.5 MI.N.JCT.SR1427 · Structure no. 000000000990061
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek in Jackson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,400 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR US19 over Jenkins 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek carry?
About 4,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns IRR US19 over Jenkins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.