US52 over Muddy Creek
FairForsyth County, North Carolina · 0.9 Mi. S. Jct. SR1620 · Structure no. 000000000670318
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US52 over Muddy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US52 over Muddy Creek in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 22,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,000 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 US52 over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US52 over Muddy 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 2024.
How much traffic does US52 over Muddy Creek carry?
About 22,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US52 over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US52 over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.