US64 over Silver Creek
GoodBurke County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI.E.JCT.SR1123 · Structure no. 000000000230008
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US64 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US64 over Silver Creek in Burke County, North Carolina. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,600 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 US64 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US64 over Silver 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US64 over Silver Creek carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US64 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US64 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.