US421 over Juniper Creek
FairHarnett County, North Carolina · 0.8 Mi. N. of Jct. NC55 · Structure no. 000000000850021
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US421 over Juniper Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US421 over Juniper Creek in Harnett County, North Carolina. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 80 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,000 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US421 over Juniper Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US421 over Juniper 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US421 over Juniper Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US421 over Juniper Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US421 over Juniper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.