NC22 over Back Branch
GoodRandolph County, North Carolina · 0.9 Mi. N. Jct. NC42 · Structure no. 000000001510130
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC22 over Back Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC22 over Back Branch in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC22 over Back Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC22 over Back Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NC22 over Back Branch carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC22 over Back Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns NC22 over Back Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.