SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek
FairPosted for loadLincoln County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. S. Jct. SR1274 · Structure no. 000000001090226
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek in Lincoln County, North Carolina. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2040. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1279 over Ut to Clark 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns SR1279 over Ut to Clark Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.