SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek
GoodDurham County, North Carolina · 0.2 MI N JCT I40 · Structure no. 000000000630266
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 61 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 61 ft (18.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR1973 over Stirrup Iron Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.