Merritt Drive over South Buffalo Creek
Fair Condition55 years old17,500 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Guilford |
| Location | 0.4mi.s.jct.patterson St. |
| Carries | Merritt Drive |
| Crosses | South Buffalo Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.04921, -79.85489 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Culvert | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Culvert |
| Total Length | 49.9 ft (15.2 m) |
| Max Span | 11.8 ft (3.6 m) |
| Deck Area | 264.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1971 (reconstructed 1999) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 17,500 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 7% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 5 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 224 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | City/Municipal Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000810492 |