US19 over Middle Fork California C
GoodMadison County, North Carolina · .02 MI.S.JCT.SR1540 · Structure no. 000000001150065
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 over Middle Fork California C is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US19 over Middle Fork California C in Madison County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 65 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 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,000 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 over Middle Fork California C built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is US19 over Middle Fork California C 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US19 over Middle Fork California C carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US19 over Middle Fork California C?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US19 over Middle Fork California C?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.