Us76 over Banks Channel

Poor Condition54 years old13,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyNew Hanover
Location0.5 Mi.e. Of Jct.us74
CarriesUs76
CrossesBanks Channel
Coordinates34.20909, -77.79756

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length869.8 ft (265.1 m)
Max Span60.7 ft (18.5 m)
Deck Width57.7 ft (17.6 m)
Deck Area4665.8 sq m
Main Spans12
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,500 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001290021

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