Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
over ARCHERS CREEK
2.0 KM NW OF WAKE BLVD.
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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 2,000 vehicles per day and is 72 years old (reconstructed in 1989).
Its sufficiency rating of 70.8 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 21 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 370 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 21 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 2,000 vehicles cross daily — light traffic, a smooth crossing.
The deck is 36 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
1954
72 years old (rebuilt 1989)
Structure Type
Concrete Tee Beam
Total Length
370 ft
112.7 m
Deck Width
36 ft
11.1 m
Spans
19
sections between supports
Max Span
38 ft
longest unsupported section (11.6 m)
Traffic Lanes
2 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
21 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
2,000vehicles/day
32.36189°N, 80.71294°W
Concrete Tee Beam
A concrete tee beam bridge uses T-shaped cross-section beams where the top flange serves as part of the deck, efficiently using concrete in both compression and tension.
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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.