SR1970 over East Belews Creek
GoodForsyth County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. E. Jct. SR1969 · Structure no. 000000000670156
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 82 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1970 over East Belews Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1970 over East Belews Creek in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2040. The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1970 over East Belews Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1970 over East Belews 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR1970 over East Belews Creek carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (1998 count).
How long is SR1970 over East Belews Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns SR1970 over East Belews Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.