NC46 over Lees Creek
FairNorthampton County, North Carolina · 0.9 Mi.E. of JCT.NC48 · Structure no. 000000001310059
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC46 over Lees Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC46 over Lees Creek in Northampton County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,400 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC46 over Lees Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC46 over Lees 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does NC46 over Lees Creek carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is NC46 over Lees Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC46 over Lees Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.