US220 over Falling Creek
FairRichmond County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. US74 · Structure no. 000000001530016
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US220 over Falling Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US220 over Falling Creek in Richmond County, North Carolina. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6 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 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US220 over Falling Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US220 over Falling 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US220 over Falling Creek carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US220 over Falling Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US220 over Falling Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.