US158 over North Fork Tar River
FairGranville County, North Carolina · 0.7MI E.SR1150 · Structure no. 000000000770028
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US158 over North Fork Tar River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US158 over North Fork Tar River in Granville County, North Carolina. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 US158 over North Fork Tar River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is US158 over North Fork Tar River 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 US158 over North Fork Tar River carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US158 over North Fork Tar River?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US158 over North Fork Tar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.