SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River
GoodRandolph County, North Carolina · 0.8 Mi. N. Jct. SR1004 · Structure no. 000000001510083
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River is a concrete culvert carrying SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns SR1566 over Branch of Uwharrie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.