SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River
PoorPosted for loadWilkes County, North Carolina · .4 MI.E.JCT.SR1002 · Structure no. 000000001930436
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 81 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,000 by 2040. The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River?
The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns SR1943 over East Prong Roaring River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.