SR1617 over Wildcat Branch
GoodFranklin County, North Carolina · 0.7 MI N JCT SR1624 · Structure no. 000000000690065
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1617 over Wildcat Branch is a steel culvert carrying SR1617 over Wildcat Branch in Franklin County, North Carolina. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 SR1617 over Wildcat Branch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1617 over Wildcat Branch 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 March 2021.
How much traffic does SR1617 over Wildcat Branch carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1617 over Wildcat Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR1617 over Wildcat Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.