Nc 42 over Bush Creek
GoodLee County, North Carolina · 1.1 Mi. E. Jct. SR1538 · Structure no. 000000001050134
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nc 42 over Bush Creek is a steel culvert carrying Nc 42 over Bush Creek in Lee County, North Carolina. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,600 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 Nc 42 over Bush Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nc 42 over Bush 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Nc 42 over Bush Creek carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Nc 42 over Bush Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Nc 42 over Bush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.