US64 over Cane Creek
GoodMcDowell County, North Carolina · 1 MI.W.JCT.NC226 · Structure no. 000000001110001
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US64 over Cane Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US64 over Cane Creek in McDowell County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 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 US64 over Cane Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US64 over Cane 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US64 over Cane Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US64 over Cane Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US64 over Cane Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.