US Bridges

Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek

Fair

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.2MI.S.JCT.GILEAD Rd. · Structure no. 000000001190562

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
47 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
1991 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek is a steel culvert carrying Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBradford Hill Ln.
CrossesTorrence Creek
Location0.2MI.S.JCT.GILEAD Rd.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMecklenburg County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.40427, -80.88256
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating72 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 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
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek built?

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

What condition is Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1991 count).

How long is Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns Bradford Hill Ln. over Torrence Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.