US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek
GoodDurham County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. N. Jct. SR1401 · Structure no. 000000000630135
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 744 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 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 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,000 by 2040. The structure is 744 ft (226.7 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek?
The structure is 744 ft (226.7 m) long with a longest span of 196 ft (59.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US15/501 Sbl over I85 US70 Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.