US64 NC18 over Blair Fork
FairCaldwell County, North Carolina · .3 MI.W.JCT.SR1145 · Structure no. 000000000270371
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US64 NC18 over Blair Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US64 NC18 over Blair Fork in Caldwell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US64 NC18 over Blair Fork built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US64 NC18 over Blair Fork 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 US64 NC18 over Blair Fork carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US64 NC18 over Blair Fork?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US64 NC18 over Blair Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.