West Craighead RD over Derita Branch
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi.N.Jct.Drury Rd. · Structure no. 000000001190417
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Craighead RD over Derita Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying West Craighead RD over Derita Branch in Mecklenburg 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 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 West Craighead RD over Derita Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Craighead RD over Derita 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does West Craighead RD over Derita Branch carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is West Craighead RD over Derita Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns West Craighead RD over Derita Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.