US321 over Larkard Creek
FairLincoln County, North Carolina · 0.68 Mi. N. Jct. NC155 · Structure no. 000000001090274
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US321 over Larkard Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US321 over Larkard Creek in Lincoln County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 32,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,000 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 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 US321 over Larkard Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US321 over Larkard 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US321 over Larkard Creek carry?
About 32,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US321 over Larkard Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US321 over Larkard Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.