US421N over Sandy Creek
FairRandolph County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. S. Jct.Sr 2407 · Structure no. 000000001510085
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US421N over Sandy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US421N over Sandy Creek in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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.
It carries about 9,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,500 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US421N over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US421N over Sandy 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US421N over Sandy Creek carry?
About 9,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US421N over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US421N over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.