SR1786 over Upper Little River
FairPosted for loadCaldwell County, North Carolina · 50 FT.S.JCT.SR1735 · Structure no. 000000000270345
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 81 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2000 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1786 over Upper Little River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1786 over Upper Little River in Caldwell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 180 by 2040. The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1786 over Upper Little River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1786 over Upper Little River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SR1786 over Upper Little River carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2000 count).
How long is SR1786 over Upper Little River?
The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns SR1786 over Upper Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.