SR1305 over Poplar Creek
FairAlexander County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. W. Jct. SR1307 · Structure no. 000000000030086
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1305 over Poplar Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR1305 over Poplar Creek in Alexander County, North Carolina. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1305 over Poplar Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1305 over Poplar Creek 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 SR1305 over Poplar Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1305 over Poplar Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR1305 over Poplar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.