US401 over Pigeon House Creek
GoodWake County, North Carolina · 0.7 Mi. N. Jct. SR1800 · Structure no. 000000001830193
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US401 over Pigeon House Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US401 over Pigeon House Creek in Wake 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,000 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US401 over Pigeon House Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US401 over Pigeon House 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 US401 over Pigeon House Creek carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US401 over Pigeon House Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US401 over Pigeon House Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.