US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek
GoodLee County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI N JCT NC421BUS · Structure no. 000000001050139
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek in Lee County, North Carolina. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,000 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs 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 2023.
How much traffic does US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek carry?
About 28,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US421 NC87S.BYP over Carrs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.