NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp
GoodNash County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi.S. of SR1514 · Structure no. 000000001270316
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp in Nash County, North Carolina. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns NC4 NC48 over Black Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.