US25 US70 over Walnut Creek
FairMadison County, North Carolina · .04 MI.N.JCT.SR1137 · Structure no. 000000001150039
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US25 US70 over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US25 US70 over Walnut Creek in Madison County, North Carolina. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 95 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 6 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,000 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US25 US70 over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US25 US70 over Walnut 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US25 US70 over Walnut Creek carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US25 US70 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m).
Who owns US25 US70 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.