Nc42 over Cape Fear River

Fair Condition39 years old3,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyChatham
Location1.2 Mi. W. Jct. Sr1916
CarriesNc42
CrossesCape Fear River
Coordinates35.54896, -79.02464

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length542.0 ft (165.2 m)
Max Span88.9 ft (27.1 m)
Deck Width30.5 ft (9.3 m)
Deck Area1536.4 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,300 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000370031

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