US221 over Elk Creek
GoodAlleghany County, North Carolina · .3 MI.S.JCT.SR1332 · Structure no. 000000000050018
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 67 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 over Elk Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221 over Elk Creek in Alleghany County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 US221 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221 over Elk 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US221 over Elk Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US221 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns US221 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.