US Bridges

Morrison Bridge over Little River

FairPosted for load

Hoke County, North Carolina · Range W1 (n) Area · Structure no. DAPFORBRA009020

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2024 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Morrison Bridge over Little River is a concrete slab carrying Morrison Bridge over Little River in Hoke 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2046. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMorrison Bridge
CrossesLittle River
LocationRange W1 (n) Area
Coordinates35.19244, -79.18417
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2024)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Morrison Bridge over Little River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morrison Bridge over Little 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 Morrison Bridge over Little River carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Morrison Bridge over Little River?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Morrison Bridge over Little River?

It is owned by the Army.