US52 I285 over Swearing Creek
FairDavidson County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR1242 · Structure no. 000000000570533
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 I285 over Swearing Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 I285 over Swearing Creek in Davidson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,000 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 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 US52 I285 over Swearing Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US52 I285 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US52 I285 over Swearing Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US52 I285 over Swearing Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US52 I285 over Swearing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.