US Bridges

SR1606 over Richardson Creek

FairPosted for load

Anson County, North Carolina · 1.1 Mi. N. Jct. SR1454 · Structure no. 000000000070203

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
122 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1606 over Richardson Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1606 over Richardson Creek in Anson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2040. The structure is 122 ft (37.1 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR1606
CrossesRichardson Creek
Location1.1 Mi. N. Jct. SR1454
RouteState Highway 1606
CountyAnson County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.15321, -80.24688
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating22.9 US tons
Inventory rating12.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length122 ft (37.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.1 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2021)
Projected traffic120 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR1606 over Richardson Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is SR1606 over Richardson 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR1606 over Richardson Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is SR1606 over Richardson Creek?

The structure is 122 ft (37.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns SR1606 over Richardson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.