US21 over Caldwell Station Creek
FairMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR2145 · Structure no. 000000001190191
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US21 over Caldwell Station Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US21 over Caldwell Station Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 23,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,000 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US21 over Caldwell Station Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US21 over Caldwell Station 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US21 over Caldwell Station Creek carry?
About 23,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US21 over Caldwell Station Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US21 over Caldwell Station Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.