US70 over Sycamore Creek
FairWake County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi. W.JCT.SR1002 · Structure no. 000000001830667
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US70 over Sycamore Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US70 over Sycamore Creek in Wake County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 45,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,000 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 US70 over Sycamore Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US70 over Sycamore 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US70 over Sycamore Creek carry?
About 45,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US70 over Sycamore Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US70 over Sycamore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.