US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek
FairAlleghany County, North Carolina · 100 FT.S.JCT.SR1167 · Structure no. 000000000050023
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221 over Middle Fork 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns US221 over Middle Fork Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.