NC902 over Little Bear Creek
FairChatham County, North Carolina · 0.7 Mi. W. Jct. SR2181 · Structure no. 000000000370481
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC902 over Little Bear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC902 over Little Bear Creek in Chatham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 NC902 over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC902 over Little Bear 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does NC902 over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC902 over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC902 over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.