NC57 over Strouds Creek
GoodOrange County, North Carolina · 1.1 Mi. N. Jct. NC86 · Structure no. 000000001350001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC57 over Strouds Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC57 over Strouds Creek in Orange County, North Carolina. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 NC57 over Strouds Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC57 over Strouds 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does NC57 over Strouds Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC57 over Strouds Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC57 over Strouds Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.