NC56 over Middle Creek
FairFranklin County, North Carolina · 0.8MI W SR1142 · Structure no. 000000000690160
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC56 over Middle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC56 over Middle Creek in Franklin County, North Carolina. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2040. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC56 over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC56 over Middle 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does NC56 over Middle Creek carry?
About 7,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC56 over Middle Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC56 over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.