US19 over California Creek
FairMadison County, North Carolina · .1 MI.N.JCT.US23 · Structure no. 000000001150044
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 over California Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US19 over California Creek in Madison County, North Carolina. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,000 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 over California Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 over California 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US19 over California Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US19 over California Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US19 over California Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.