NC55 over Northeast Creek
FairDurham County, North Carolina · 0.4MI W.Jct I-40 · Structure no. 000000000630002
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC55 over Northeast Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC55 over Northeast Creek in Durham County, North Carolina. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 29,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,000 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC55 over Northeast Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC55 over Northeast 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does NC55 over Northeast Creek carry?
About 29,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC55 over Northeast Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC55 over Northeast Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.