US64 over Swearing Creek
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. E. Jct. SR1231 · Structure no. 000000000570010
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US64 over Swearing Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US64 over Swearing Creek in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 US64 over Swearing Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US64 over Swearing 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 2023.
How much traffic does US64 over Swearing Creek carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US64 over Swearing Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US64 over Swearing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.