Us70 over Oyster Creek

Fair Condition49 years old2,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyCarteret
Location6.5 Mi.w.jct.nc12
CarriesUs70
CrossesOyster Creek
Coordinates34.81951, -76.45105

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length362.9 ft (110.6 m)
Max Span44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area1415.7 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1977

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000310039

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