NC157 over N. Fork Little River
GoodOrange County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. SR1579 · Structure no. 000000001350054
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC157 over N. Fork Little River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NC157 over N. Fork Little River in Orange County, North Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2040. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC157 over N. Fork Little River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC157 over N. Fork Little River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does NC157 over N. Fork Little River carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC157 over N. Fork Little River?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns NC157 over N. Fork Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.