US52 over Buffalo Creek
GoodAnson County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. N. Jct. SR1631 · Structure no. 000000000070069
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 over Buffalo Creek in Anson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 94 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,400 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US52 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US52 over Buffalo 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US52 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US52 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US52 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.