US Bridges

SR1311 over Ramsey Creek

Fair

Northampton County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi.W. of JCT.NC305 · Structure no. 000000001310114

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1311 over Ramsey Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying SR1311 over Ramsey Creek in Northampton County, North Carolina. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 5 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR1311
CrossesRamsey Creek
Location0.1 Mi.W. of JCT.NC305
RouteState Highway 1311
CountyNorthampton County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates36.4462, -77.43364
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2021)
Projected traffic3,600 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SR1311 over Ramsey Creek built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1311 over Ramsey 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR1311 over Ramsey Creek carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR1311 over Ramsey Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SR1311 over Ramsey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.