US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek
PoorOrange County, North Carolina · 0.01 Mi. N. Jct. NC86 · Structure no. 000000001350029
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek in Orange County, North Carolina. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,600 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US70BUS NC86 over Cates Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.