SR1721 over Little Creek
FairBeaufort County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. N. Jct. SR1719 · Structure no. 000000000130314
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2000 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1721 over Little Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying SR1721 over Little Creek in Beaufort County, North Carolina. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 140 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1721 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1721 over Little 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR1721 over Little Creek carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2000 count).
How long is SR1721 over Little Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns SR1721 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.