SR1109 over French Broad River
GoodTransylvania County, North Carolina · .5 MI.E.JCT.SR1195 · Structure no. 000000001750049
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1109 over French Broad River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1109 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 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2040. The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1109 over French Broad River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1109 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 SR1109 over French Broad River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1109 over French Broad River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns SR1109 over French Broad River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.