West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek
GoodGaston County, North Carolina · 0.1MI.E.JCT.KENDRICK St. · Structure no. 000000000710166
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek in Gaston County, North Carolina. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 9,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,200 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Central Ave. over Taylors 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek carry?
About 9,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns West Central Ave. over Taylors Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.