Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over NEUSE RIVER
0.3 MI. W. JCT. SR2516
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 48,000 vehicles per day and is 21 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 68.6 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 1509 feet long — a moderate crossing, about 30 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 48,000 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 62 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
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
2005
21 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1,509 ft
459.9 m
Deck Width
62 ft
18.8 m
Spans
15
sections between supports
Max Span
120 ft
longest unsupported section (36.5 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
48,000vehicles/day
35.77267°N, 78.53801°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.