US276 over French Broad River
FairTransylvania County, North Carolina · .06 MI.N.JCT.SR1540 · Structure no. 000000001750039
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 262 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US276 over French Broad River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US276 over French Broad River in Transylvania County, North Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,800 by 2040. The structure is 262 ft (79.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US276 over French Broad River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US276 over French Broad 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 2024.
How much traffic does US276 over French Broad River carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US276 over French Broad River?
The structure is 262 ft (79.8 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US276 over French Broad River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.