NC39 over Sandy Creek
GoodVance County, North Carolina · 0.9 Mi. S. of Jct. US1 · Structure no. 000000001810008
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC39 over Sandy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC39 over Sandy Creek in Vance County, North Carolina. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,200 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC39 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC39 over Sandy 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does NC39 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC39 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns NC39 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.