US221 over Naked Creek
GoodAshe County, North Carolina · .2 MI.W.JCT.NC88 · Structure no. 000000000090513
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 over Naked Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221 over Naked Creek in Ashe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US221 over Naked Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221 over Naked 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US221 over Naked Creek carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US221 over Naked Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US221 over Naked Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.