NC731 over Little River
GoodMontgomery County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. E. Jct. SR1542 · Structure no. 000000001230047
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC731 over Little River is a concrete tee beam carrying NC731 over Little River in Montgomery County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2040. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC731 over Little River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC731 over Little River 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 NC731 over Little River carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC731 over Little River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns NC731 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.