NC157 over North Flat River
FairPerson County, North Carolina · 0.5 MI S. JCT SR1142 · Structure no. 000000001450030
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC157 over North Flat River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC157 over North Flat River in Person 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,800 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 | 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 North Flat River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC157 over North Flat 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does NC157 over North Flat River carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC157 over North Flat River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC157 over North Flat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.