US64 over Canal
FairDare County, North Carolina · .02 MI W JCT US264 · Structure no. 000000000550002
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US64 over Canal is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying US64 over Canal in Dare County, North Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,400 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 US64 over Canal built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US64 over Canal 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US64 over Canal carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US64 over Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US64 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.