US Bridges

SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek

FairPosted for load

Granville County, North Carolina · 2.4 Mi. S. Jct. SR1126 · Structure no. 000000000770244

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
340 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
190
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek in Granville County, North Carolina. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 190 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2040. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR1123
CrossesKnap of Reeds Creek
Location2.4 Mi. S. Jct. SR1126
RouteState Highway 1123
CountyGranville County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates36.18775, -78.77213
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic190 (2000)
Projected traffic380 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek carry?

About 190 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR1123 over Knap of Reeds Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.