SR1531 over Black Creek
FairJohnston County, North Carolina · 0.3MI N. of JCT SR1541 · Structure no. 000000001010553
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1531 over Black Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR1531 over Black Creek in Johnston County, North Carolina. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,800 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1531 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1531 over Black 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does SR1531 over Black Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1531 over Black Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns SR1531 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.