US52 over Coley Branch
GoodStanly County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. SR1474 · Structure no. 000000001670283
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over Coley Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 over Coley 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,000 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US52 over Coley Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US52 over Coley 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 2024.
How much traffic does US52 over Coley Branch carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US52 over Coley Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US52 over Coley Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.