NC42 over Marsh Swamp
GoodWilson County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. E. of SR1142 · Structure no. 000000001950035
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC42 over Marsh Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying NC42 over Marsh Swamp in Wilson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC42 over Marsh Swamp built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC42 over Marsh Swamp in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does NC42 over Marsh Swamp carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC42 over Marsh Swamp?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns NC42 over Marsh Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.