US701 over Western Prong Creek
FairColumbus County, North Carolina · 500N.JCT.SR1005 · Structure no. 000000000470389
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US701 over Western Prong Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US701 over Western Prong Creek in Columbus County, North Carolina. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 5 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US701 over Western Prong Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is US701 over Western Prong 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US701 over Western Prong Creek carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US701 over Western Prong Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US701 over Western Prong Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.