US Bridges

Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary

Good

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.6 MI.W.JCT.SR1142 · Structure no. 000000001190560

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
1991 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesRed Hickory Ln.
CrossesSteele Creek Tributary
Location0.6 MI.W.JCT.SR1142
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates35.14461, -80.96163
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (1991)
Projected traffic200 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary 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 Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1991 count).

How long is Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m).

Who owns Red Hickory Ln. over Steele Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.