NC79 over Joes Creek
GoodScotland County, North Carolina · 300 FT.W.JCT.SR1148 · Structure no. 000000001650001
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC79 over Joes Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC79 over Joes Creek in Scotland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC79 over Joes Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC79 over Joes 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NC79 over Joes Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC79 over Joes Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns NC79 over Joes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.