W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi.E.Jct I77 · Structure no. 000000001190258
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2040. The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Trade Street over Irwin 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns W. Trade Street over Irwin Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.