US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek
GoodOrange County, North Carolina · 1.1 Mi. E. Jct. SR1712 · Structure no. 000000001350255
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek in Orange County, North Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,800 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US70W Bus. over Rhodes 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US70W Bus. over Rhodes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.