US321A over Lower Creek
FairCaldwell County, North Carolina · .1 MI.S.JCT.US64 NC18 · Structure no. 000000000270352
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US321A over Lower Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US321A over Lower Creek in Caldwell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US321A over Lower Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US321A over Lower 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US321A over Lower Creek carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US321A over Lower Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US321A over Lower Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.