US501 over Ellerbe Creek
FairDurham County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. S. of Jct. SR1443 · Structure no. 000000000630278
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US501 over Ellerbe Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US501 over Ellerbe Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,000 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US501 over Ellerbe Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US501 over Ellerbe 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US501 over Ellerbe Creek carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US501 over Ellerbe Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US501 over Ellerbe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.