NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek
FairPosted for loadClay County, North Carolina · On NFSR 340B @ Jct. W/340 · Structure no. 081109000003147
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 71 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 1980 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek in Clay County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2045. The structure is 71 ft (21.7 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is NFSR 340B over Little Fires 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 2024.
How much traffic does NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (1980 count).
How long is NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek?
The structure is 71 ft (21.7 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns NFSR 340B over Little Fires Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.