US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River
FairBladen County, North Carolina · 0.7 MI N JCT NC87 · Structure no. 000000000170199
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River in Bladen County, North Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2040. The structure is 240 ft (73.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US701 NC41 NC242 over Ut to Cape Fear River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.