SR1173 over Panther Creek
GoodForsyth County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. W. Jct. SR1175 · Structure no. 000000000670093
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1173 over Panther Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR1173 over Panther Creek in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1173 over Panther Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1173 over Panther 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR1173 over Panther Creek carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1173 over Panther Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR1173 over Panther Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.