Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over PIERSON DRIVE
0.15 MILE W. JCT. NC27
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 51,500 vehicles per day and is 21 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 73.1 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 15 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 87 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 15 feet above ground — standard overpass height.
About 51,500 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 123 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
2005
21 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
87 ft
26.5 m
Deck Width
123 ft
37.4 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
81 ft
longest unsupported section (24.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
8 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
15 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
51,500vehicles/day
35.19989°N, 80.77289°W
Prestressed Concrete Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.