I-42 over Bear Creek

Good Condition23 years old13,750 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyLenoir
Location1.27 Mi W Jct Nc903
CarriesI-42
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates35.29692, -77.80754

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length269.7 ft (82.2 m)
Max Span87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Deck Width41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Deck Area1027.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2003

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,750 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001070013

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