SR1001 over Falling Creek
GoodLenoir County, North Carolina · 0.2 MI.E.JCT.SR1327 · Structure no. 000000001070170
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1001 over Falling Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1001 over Falling Creek in Lenoir County, North Carolina. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 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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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1001 over Falling Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1001 over Falling 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does SR1001 over Falling Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1001 over Falling Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR1001 over Falling Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.