NC96 over Grassy Creek
FairGranville County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi.S. of SR1324 · Structure no. 000000000770046
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC96 over Grassy Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC96 over Grassy Creek in Granville County, North Carolina. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 91 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2040. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 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 NC96 over Grassy Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is NC96 over Grassy 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 2024.
How much traffic does NC96 over Grassy Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC96 over Grassy Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC96 over Grassy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.