US158 over Smith Creek
FairDavie County, North Carolina · 0.6 Mi. W. Jct. NC801 · Structure no. 000000000590121
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US158 over Smith Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US158 over Smith Creek in Davie County, North Carolina. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 74 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 US158 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is US158 over Smith 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US158 over Smith Creek carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US158 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US158 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.