US1 over Little Buffalo Creek
GoodLee County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi. N. Jct. NC87 · Structure no. 000000001050033
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US1 over Little Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US1 over Little Buffalo Creek in Lee County, North Carolina. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 27,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US1 over Little Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US1 over Little Buffalo Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does US1 over Little Buffalo Creek carry?
About 27,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US1 over Little Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US1 over Little Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.