NC18 over Bowens River
FairCleveland County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR1135 · Structure no. 000000000450001
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC18 over Bowens River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC18 over Bowens River in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC18 over Bowens River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC18 over Bowens 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does NC18 over Bowens River carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC18 over Bowens River?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC18 over Bowens River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.