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Why did the bridge go to therapy? It had too many spans of anxiety.
over CONTENTNEA CREEK
.5 MI. E. JCT. NC42
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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 15,250 vehicles per day and is 24 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 72.0 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 810 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 15,250 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 40 feet wide with 2-3 lanes — moderate 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
2002
24 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
810 ft
246.8 m
Deck Width
40 ft
12.3 m
Spans
10
sections between supports
Max Span
88 ft
longest unsupported section (26.8 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
One-way traffic
Daily Traffic
15,250vehicles/day
35.70814°N, 77.99573°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.