US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp
FairRobeson County, North Carolina · 0.7 Mi. S. of SR2517 · Structure no. 000000001550002
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp in Robeson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,400 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US301 US501 over Contrary Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.