US Bridges

SR1200 over South River

Fair

Sampson County, North Carolina · 1.2MI.W. SR1201 · Structure no. 000000001630071

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
317 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1200 over South River is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR1200 over South River in Sampson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2040. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR1200
CrossesSouth River
Location1.2MI.W. SR1201
RouteState Highway 1200
Coordinates34.78213, -78.42977
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length317 ft (96.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2021)
Projected traffic2,400 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SR1200 over South River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1200 over South River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR1200 over South River carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR1200 over South River?

The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns SR1200 over South River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.