Old Plank Road over Rich Creek
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. E. Jct. SR1738 · Structure no. 000000000570559
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,950
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Plank Road over Rich Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Old Plank Road over Rich Creek in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,950 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,900 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Plank Road over Rich Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Plank Road over Rich 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Old Plank Road over Rich Creek carry?
About 1,950 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Old Plank Road over Rich Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns Old Plank Road over Rich Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.