NC98 over Creek
FairFranklin County, North Carolina · 0.4 M. E. Jct. SR1001 · Structure no. 000000000690178
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC98 over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC98 over Creek in Franklin County, North Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,400 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC98 over Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC98 over 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 NC98 over Creek carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC98 over Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC98 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.