US Bridges

Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek

Good

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina · 300 Ft.W.Jct.Stonepath LN · Structure no. 000000001190646

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
1993 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesElmstone Dr.
CrossesUt to Mcalpine Creek
Location300 Ft.W.Jct.Stonepath LN
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates35.06072, -80.82512
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 inspectionMay 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 rating46 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (1993)
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 Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1993 count).

How long is Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m).

Who owns Elmstone Dr. over Ut to Mcalpine Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.