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Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over YADKIN RIVER & NSRR
1.0 MI. S. JCT. NC150
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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 36,250 vehicles per day and is 13 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 76.0 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 27 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 may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 2863 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 27 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 36,250 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 75 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far 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
2013
13 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
2,863 ft
872.6 m
Deck Width
75 ft
22.9 m
Spans
20
sections between supports
Max Span
240 ft
longest unsupported section (73.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
One-way traffic
Clearance Below
27 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
36,250vehicles/day
35.71970°N, 80.38961°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) 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.