Nc54 over Back Creek

Fair Condition53 years old16,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyAlamance
Location1.7 Mi. E. Jct. I40 I85
CarriesNc54
CrossesBack Creek
Coordinates36.04481, -79.36229

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length171.9 ft (52.4 m)
Max Span54.8 ft (16.7 m)
Deck Width70.5 ft (21.5 m)
Deck Area1126.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1973 (reconstructed 2002)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic16,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000010034

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