NC159 over Vestal Creek
FairRandolph County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. S. Jct. SR2941 · Structure no. 000000001510103
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC159 over Vestal Creek is a steel culvert carrying NC159 over Vestal Creek in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 5 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,600 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC159 over Vestal Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC159 over Vestal 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does NC159 over Vestal Creek carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC159 over Vestal Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns NC159 over Vestal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.