US Bridges

Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek

Fair

Cumberland County, North Carolina · Range NTA6 (s) · Structure no. DAPFORBRA00000G

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2024 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek is a steel culvert carrying Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek in Cumberland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2046. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUnknown RD
CrossesMcpherson Creek
LocationRange NTA6 (s)
CountyCumberland County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.1783, -79.03725
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2024)
Projected traffic10 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Unknown RD over Mcpherson 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 Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Unknown RD over Mcpherson Creek?

It is owned by the Army.