Nc12 Ferry over Hatteras Inlet

Fair Condition28 years old1,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHyde
LocationOcracoke Island
CarriesNc12 Ferry
CrossesHatteras Inlet
Coordinates35.18994, -75.78003

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length79.7 ft (24.3 m)
Max Span42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Width17.7 ft (5.4 m)
Deck Area131.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,800 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000950113

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