US Bridges

NC22 over Sandy Creek

Fair

Randolph County, North Carolina · 1.1 Mi. N. Jct. US64 · Structure no. 000000001510169

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NC22 over Sandy Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying NC22 over Sandy Creek in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2040. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesNC22
CrossesSandy Creek
Location1.1 Mi. N. Jct. US64
RouteState Highway 22
CountyRandolph County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.74234, -79.67964
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,900 (2022)
Projected traffic5,800 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was NC22 over Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is NC22 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does NC22 over Sandy Creek carry?

About 2,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is NC22 over Sandy Creek?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns NC22 over Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.