US158 Bus over Owens Creek
FairWarren County, North Carolina · 0.2 MI S JCT US158 · Structure no. 000000001850001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US158 Bus over Owens Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US158 Bus over Owens Creek in Warren 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 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 US158 Bus over Owens Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US158 Bus over Owens 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US158 Bus over Owens Creek carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US158 Bus over Owens Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US158 Bus over Owens Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.