US264 over Little Contentnea Creek
FairPitt County, North Carolina · 0.5 MI.W.JCT.SR1229 · Structure no. 000000001470439
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US264 over Little Contentnea Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US264 over Little Contentnea Creek in Pitt County, North Carolina. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,000 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US264 over Little Contentnea Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US264 over Little Contentnea Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US264 over Little Contentnea Creek carry?
About 19,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US264 over Little Contentnea Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US264 over Little Contentnea Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.