NC49 over Toby Creek
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.8 Mi. S. Jct. US29 · Structure no. 000000001190199
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC49 over Toby Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC49 over Toby Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 31,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,000 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.
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 NC49 over Toby Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC49 over Toby 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does NC49 over Toby Creek carry?
About 31,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC49 over Toby Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC49 over Toby Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.