US Bridges

SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River

Fair

Cumberland County, North Carolina · 2.3 Mi.E. of JCT.SR1718 · Structure no. 000000000510093

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River in Cumberland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSR1714
CrossesBr of Cape Fear River
Location2.3 Mi.E. of JCT.SR1718
RouteState Highway 1714
Coordinates35.17231, -78.75357
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2022)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1714 over Br of 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR1714 over Br of Cape Fear River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.