SR2261 over Bush Creek
GoodPosted for loadRandolph County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. W. Jct. SR2142 · Structure no. 000000001510437
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR2261 over Bush Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR2261 over Bush Creek in Randolph County, North Carolina. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR2261 over Bush Creek built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR2261 over Bush Creek 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 SR2261 over Bush Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR2261 over Bush Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns SR2261 over Bush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.