SR1491 over South Yadkin River
FairAlexander County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. E. Jct. SR1492 · Structure no. 000000000030021
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1491 over South Yadkin River is a steel culvert carrying SR1491 over South Yadkin River in Alexander County, North Carolina. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1491 over South Yadkin River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1491 over South Yadkin 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR1491 over South Yadkin River carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1491 over South Yadkin River?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).
Who owns SR1491 over South Yadkin River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.