US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek
FairCatawba County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. N. Jct. SR1780 · Structure no. 000000000350349
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek in Catawba County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,000 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US321 Bus. over Hildebran 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns US321 Bus. over Hildebran Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.