I40 over West Fork Deep River
FairForsyth County, North Carolina · 0.84 Mi. E. Jct. NC66 · Structure no. 000000000670457
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 63,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over West Fork Deep River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over West Fork Deep River in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 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 63,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 127,000 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 | 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 I40 over West Fork Deep River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over West Fork Deep River 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 I40 over West Fork Deep River carry?
About 63,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I40 over West Fork Deep River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns I40 over West Fork Deep River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.