NC105 over Boone Creek
GoodWatauga County, North Carolina · 100 FT.S.JCT.US221 US321 · Structure no. 000000001890026
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC105 over Boone Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC105 over Boone Creek in Watauga County, North Carolina. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 NC105 over Boone Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC105 over Boone 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 NC105 over Boone Creek carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC105 over Boone Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC105 over Boone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.