NC801 over Carter Creek
FairDavie County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. S. Jct. US1661 · Structure no. 000000000590027
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC801 over Carter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC801 over Carter Creek in Davie County, North Carolina. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 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 NC801 over Carter Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC801 over Carter 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does NC801 over Carter Creek carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC801 over Carter Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns NC801 over Carter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.