I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.7 Mi. S. Jct. SR1224 · Structure no. 000000000570127
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 45,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,000 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 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 | 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 I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts 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 I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek carry?
About 45,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I85BUS US29 52 70 over North Potts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.