Choate Circle over Polk Ditch
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.8 Mi. W. Jct. SR1441 · Structure no. 000000001190007
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 1979 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Choate Circle over Polk Ditch is a steel culvert carrying Choate Circle over Polk Ditch in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Choate Circle over Polk Ditch built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Choate Circle over Polk Ditch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Choate Circle over Polk Ditch carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (1979 count).
How long is Choate Circle over Polk Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Choate Circle over Polk Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.