US Bridges

SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River

Good

Cabarrus County, North Carolina · .05 MI S. Jetstream Blvd · Structure no. 000000000250003

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
245 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2040. The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1445 (derita RD
CrossesRocky River
Location.05 MI S. Jetstream Blvd
RouteState Highway 1445
CountyCabarrus County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.38294, -80.72144
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length245 ft (74.6 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width91 ft (27.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,000 (2022)
Projected traffic28,000 by 2040
Trucks7%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River carry?

About 14,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River?

The structure is 245 ft (74.6 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1445 (derita RD over Rocky River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.