US221 over Old Fields Creek
GoodAshe County, North Carolina · 150 FT.S.JCT.SR1178 · Structure no. 000000000090531
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 54 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221 over Old Fields Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221 over Old Fields Creek in Ashe County, North Carolina. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2040. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Old Fields Creek built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221 over Old Fields 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 2023.
How much traffic does US221 over Old Fields Creek carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US221 over Old Fields Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns US221 over Old Fields Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.