NC57 over South Fork Little River
FairOrange County, North Carolina · 3.7 Mi. S. Jct. SR1552 · Structure no. 000000001350003
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC57 over South Fork Little River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC57 over South Fork Little River in Orange County, North Carolina. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 5 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 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,400 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was NC57 over South Fork Little River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC57 over South Fork Little River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NC57 over South Fork Little River carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC57 over South Fork Little River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC57 over South Fork Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.