US Bridges

SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk

Poor

Union County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. E. Jct. SR2176 · Structure no. 000000001790402

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
310
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk is a steel culvert carrying SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk in Union County, North Carolina. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 310 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 620 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSR2131
CrossesBranch of Richardson Crk
Location0.2 Mi. E. Jct. SR2176
RouteState Highway 2131
CountyUnion County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.90203, -80.50427
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating96.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic310 (2022)
Projected traffic620 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk carry?

About 310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR2131 over Branch of Richardson Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.