SR1327 over Bates Branch
GoodUnion County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. S. Jct. SR1328 · Structure no. 000000001790217
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1327 over Bates Branch is a steel culvert carrying SR1327 over Bates Branch in Union County, North Carolina. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 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 | 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 SR1327 over Bates Branch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1327 over Bates 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR1327 over Bates Branch carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR1327 over Bates Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns SR1327 over Bates Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.