SR1144 over Alarka Creek
GoodSwain County, North Carolina · 7 FT.S.JCT.SR1140 · Structure no. 000000001730044
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 380
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1144 over Alarka Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1144 over Alarka Creek in Swain County, North Carolina. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 380 vehicles a day, projected to reach 760 by 2040. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1144 over Alarka Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1144 over Alarka 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 SR1144 over Alarka Creek carry?
About 380 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is SR1144 over Alarka Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns SR1144 over Alarka Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.