Us421 Ferry over Cape Fear River
Good Condition62 years old2,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | New Hanover |
| Location | 0.2 Mi. W. End. Us421 |
| Carries | Us421 Ferry |
| Crosses | Cape Fear River |
| Coordinates | 33.96156, -77.93995 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Truss - Thru |
| Total Length | 138.8 ft (42.3 m) |
| Max Span | 19.7 ft (6 m) |
| Deck Width | 18.0 ft (5.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 232.7 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1964 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 2,000 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 14% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 1 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000001290050 |