Castle Down Dr. over Creek
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 175W.JCT.LAUREL Berry LN · Structure no. 000000001191311
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2013 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Castle Down Dr. over Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Castle Down Dr. over Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 Castle Down Dr. over Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Castle Down Dr. over 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Castle Down Dr. over Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Castle Down Dr. over Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m).
Who owns Castle Down Dr. over Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.