US264ALT over Turkey Creek
GoodNash County, North Carolina · 2 Mi. E. Jct. NC231 · Structure no. 000000001270024
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US264ALT over Turkey Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US264ALT over Turkey Creek in Nash County, North Carolina. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2040. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US264ALT over Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US264ALT over Turkey 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US264ALT over Turkey Creek carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US264ALT over Turkey Creek?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US264ALT over Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.