US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River
FairSwain County, North Carolina · 100 FT.N.JCT.SR1123 · Structure no. 000000001730008
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 800 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River in Swain County, North Carolina. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,800 by 2040. The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River carry?
About 9,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River?
The structure is 800 ft (243.8 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns US19 74 NC28 over Little Tennessee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.