NC251 over Reed Creek
FairBuncombe County, North Carolina · .56 MI.W.JCT.SR1674 · Structure no. 000000000210774
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC251 over Reed Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC251 over Reed Creek in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,600 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC251 over Reed Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC251 over Reed 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does NC251 over Reed Creek carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC251 over Reed Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC251 over Reed Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.