US52 over Grindstone Branch
FairAnson County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi. S. Jct. SR1645 · Structure no. 000000000070043
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over Grindstone Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 over Grindstone Branch in Anson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 4,100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,200 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US52 over Grindstone Branch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US52 over Grindstone Branch 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 US52 over Grindstone Branch carry?
About 4,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US52 over Grindstone Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US52 over Grindstone Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.