US Bridges

University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a

Good

Durham County, North Carolina · 0.1MI.S.JCT.IVY Crk. Blvd · Structure no. 000000000630583

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,500
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a is a steel culvert carrying University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,000 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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CarriesUniversity Dr.Ext.
CrossesSandy Crk.Tributary a
Location0.1MI.S.JCT.IVY Crk. Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDurham County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.95773, -78.96603
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2021)
Projected traffic31,000 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).

Who owns University Dr.Ext. over Sandy Crk.Tributary a?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.