I77 over Fifth Creek
FairIredell County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. N. Jct. US21 · Structure no. 000000000970184
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I77 over Fifth Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I77 over Fifth Creek in Iredell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 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 38,500 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 77,000 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I77 over Fifth Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is I77 over Fifth 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I77 over Fifth Creek carry?
About 38,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I77 over Fifth Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I77 over Fifth Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.