NC181 over Steels Creek
GoodBurke County, North Carolina · .02 MI.N.JCT.SR1405 · Structure no. 000000000230100
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC181 over Steels Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NC181 over Steels Creek in Burke County, North Carolina. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 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 NC181 over Steels Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC181 over Steels 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 NC181 over Steels Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC181 over Steels Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m).
Who owns NC181 over Steels Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.