US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River
FairPerson County, North Carolina · 75N.JCT.SR1218 · Structure no. 000000001450046
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River in Person County, North Carolina. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 16,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2040. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 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 | 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 US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US501 NC57 over North Fork 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US501 NC57 over North Fork Flat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.