US52 over Poplin Branch
GoodStanly County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. S. Jct. SR1494 · Structure no. 000000001670281
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over Poplin Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 over Poplin Branch in Stanly County, North Carolina. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2040. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US52 over Poplin Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US52 over Poplin 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does US52 over Poplin Branch carry?
About 14,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US52 over Poplin Branch?
The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US52 over Poplin Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.