Nc55 over South Prong Bay River

Good Condition71 years old13,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyPamlico
Location1.7 Mi E Jct Nc 306
CarriesNc55
CrossesSouth Prong Bay River
Coordinates35.14323, -76.81377

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Culvert7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length23.0 ft (7 m)
Max Span6.9 ft (2.1 m)
Deck Area170.1 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,000 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001370034

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