SR1639 over Tessentee Creek
GoodMacon County, North Carolina · .3 MI.S.JCT.SR1636 · Structure no. 000000001130103
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1639 over Tessentee Creek is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying SR1639 over Tessentee Creek in Macon County, North Carolina. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1639 over Tessentee Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1639 over Tessentee Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does SR1639 over Tessentee Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is SR1639 over Tessentee Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m).
Who owns SR1639 over Tessentee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.