US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek
GoodScotland County, North Carolina · 1.4 Mi. N. Jct. SR1400 · Structure no. 000000001650101
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek in Scotland 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,200 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US15/US501 over Beaver Dam 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US15/US501 over Beaver Dam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.