US Bridges

SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow

GoodPosted for load

Craven County, North Carolina · 0.3 MI N. of JCT SR1472 · Structure no. 000000000490141

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
248 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow in Craven County, North Carolina. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,800 by 2040. The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

CarriesSR1470
CrossesNeuse River Overflow
Location0.3 MI N. of JCT SR1472
RouteState Highway 1470
Coordinates35.31071, -77.30561
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length248 ft (75.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,900 (2022)
Projected traffic3,800 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow carry?

About 1,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow?

The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR1470 over Neuse River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.