SR1138 over Ostin Creek
GoodPolk County, North Carolina · .2 MI.E.JCT.SR1142 · Structure no. 000000001490117
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1138 over Ostin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1138 over Ostin Creek in Polk County, North Carolina. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1138 over Ostin Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1138 over Ostin 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR1138 over Ostin Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1138 over Ostin Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns SR1138 over Ostin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.