NC42 over Little Creek
FairWilson County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI E JCT SR1123 · Structure no. 000000001950009
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC42 over Little Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC42 over Little Creek in Wilson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 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 NC42 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC42 over Little 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does NC42 over Little Creek carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC42 over Little Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC42 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.