I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek
GoodGuilford County, North Carolina · 0.89 Mi. W.Jct. SR1007 · Structure no. 000000000810327
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 144 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 94,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek in Guilford County, North Carolina. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 94,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 189,000 by 2040. The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long and 67 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40E US220N over South Buffalo 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek carry?
About 94,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.8 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns I40E US220N over South Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.