SR1540 over French Broad River
GoodTransylvania County, North Carolina · .2 MI.S.JCT.SR1504 · Structure no. 000000001750036
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 181 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1540 over French Broad River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1540 over French Broad River in Transylvania County, North Carolina. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2040. The structure is 181 ft (55.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SR1540 over French Broad River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1540 over French Broad River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR1540 over French Broad River carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1540 over French Broad River?
The structure is 181 ft (55.1 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SR1540 over French Broad River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.