NC208 over Little Laurel Creek
GoodMadison County, North Carolina · 1.2 MI.N.JCT.SR1307 · Structure no. 000000001150048
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC208 over Little Laurel Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC208 over Little Laurel Creek in Madison County, North Carolina. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC208 over Little Laurel Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC208 over Little Laurel 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NC208 over Little Laurel Creek carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC208 over Little Laurel Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns NC208 over Little Laurel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.