NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch
FairLenoir County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. N. Jct. US70BUS · Structure no. 000000001070065
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch in Lenoir County, North Carolina. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,000 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
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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 NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC11 NC55 over Adkin Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.