NC168 over New Bridge Creek
GoodCurrituck County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. N. of Jct. SR1202 · Structure no. 000000000530009
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC168 over New Bridge Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC168 over New Bridge Creek in Currituck County, North Carolina. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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.
It carries about 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,000 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC168 over New Bridge Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC168 over New Bridge Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does NC168 over New Bridge Creek carry?
About 21,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is NC168 over New Bridge Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns NC168 over New Bridge Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.