US221A over Hills Creek
GoodRutherford County, North Carolina · .2 MI.N.JCT.SR1964 · Structure no. 000000001610043
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US221A over Hills Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US221A over Hills Creek in Rutherford County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US221A over Hills Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US221A over Hills 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US221A over Hills Creek carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US221A over Hills Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US221A over Hills Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.