US Bridges

Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek

FairClosed to traffic

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.02MI N Jct. Dewolfe St. · Structure no. 000000001191431

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,800 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 35 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesBarlowe RD (closed
CrossesStewart Creek
Location0.02MI N Jct. Dewolfe St.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMecklenburg County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.25602, -80.88511
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2022)
Projected traffic13,800 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Barlowe RD (closed over Stewart Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.