SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River
PoorClosed to trafficPerson County, North Carolina · 0.35 Mi. W. Jct. SR 1135 · Structure no. 000000001450035
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 100 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 1992 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River is a steel truss - thru carrying SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River in Person County, North Carolina. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 74 by 2040. The structure is 100 ft (30.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.
How much traffic does SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River?
The structure is 100 ft (30.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns SR1120 (closed) over South Flat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.