SR1544 over Burkes Creek
GoodSurry County, North Carolina · 0.05 Mi. E. Jct. SR1430 · Structure no. 000000001710416
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1544 over Burkes Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1544 over Burkes Creek in Surry County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 SR1544 over Burkes Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1544 over Burkes 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR1544 over Burkes Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1544 over Burkes Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR1544 over Burkes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.