US15 US501 over Mud Creek
GoodDurham County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. S. Jct. SR1116 · Structure no. 000000000630045
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US15 US501 over Mud Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US15 US501 over Mud Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 49,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 99,000 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US15 US501 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US15 US501 over Mud Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does US15 US501 over Mud Creek carry?
About 49,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US15 US501 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US15 US501 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.