US Bridges

US64W over Stoney Creek

Fair

Nash County, North Carolina · 0.6 Mi.E. of JCT.NC58 · Structure no. 000000001270297

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
161 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,750
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US64W over Stoney Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US64W over Stoney Creek in Nash County, North Carolina. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 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 15,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,500 by 2040. The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesUS64W
CrossesStoney Creek
Location0.6 Mi.E. of JCT.NC58
RouteU.S. Route 64
CountyNash County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.98106, -77.96428
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length161 ft (49 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,750 (2021)
Projected traffic31,500 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US64W over Stoney Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US64W over Stoney 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US64W over Stoney Creek carry?

About 15,750 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US64W over Stoney Creek?

The structure is 161 ft (49 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US64W over Stoney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.