NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek
FairNorthampton County, North Carolina · 2.1 MI E. of JCT I95 · Structure no. 000000001310031
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,600
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek in Northampton County, North Carolina. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 6,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,200 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC46 NC186 over Arthurs 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 2025.
How much traffic does NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek carry?
About 6,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns NC46 NC186 over Arthurs Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.