US Bridges

SR2205 over Pounder Fork

Fair

Davidson County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. W. Jct. SR2247 · Structure no. 000000000570501

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,900
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR2205 over Pounder Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR2205 over Pounder Fork in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 5 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,800 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR2205
CrossesPounder Fork
Location0.1 Mi. W. Jct. SR2247
RouteState Highway 2205
CountyDavidson County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.78231, -80.20441
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2021)
Projected traffic11,800 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 SR2205 over Pounder Fork built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR2205 over Pounder Fork 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does SR2205 over Pounder Fork carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR2205 over Pounder Fork?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR2205 over Pounder Fork?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.