US19 over Bald Creek
GoodYancey County, North Carolina · .2 MI.S.JCT.SR1451 · Structure no. 000000001990310
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 over Bald Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US19 over Bald Creek in Yancey County, North Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US19 over Bald Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 over Bald 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US19 over Bald Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US19 over Bald Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US19 over Bald Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.