SR1277 over Michael Branch
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. S. Jct. US29 · Structure no. 000000000570301
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1277 over Michael Branch is a steel culvert carrying SR1277 over Michael Branch in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1277 over Michael Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1277 over Michael 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR1277 over Michael Branch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1277 over Michael Branch?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).
Who owns SR1277 over Michael Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.