SR1640 over Falling Creek
GoodRichmond County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. S. Jct. SR1643 · Structure no. 000000001530010
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1640 over Falling Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR1640 over Falling Creek in Richmond County, North Carolina. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1640 over Falling Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1640 over Falling 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR1640 over Falling Creek carry?
About 6,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1640 over Falling Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR1640 over Falling Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.