I40 over Beaverdam Branch
GoodDuplin County, North Carolina · 3.0 Mi.W. of SR1102 · Structure no. 000000000610444
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I40 over Beaverdam Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I40 over Beaverdam Branch in Duplin County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I40 over Beaverdam Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is I40 over Beaverdam Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does I40 over Beaverdam Branch carry?
About 19,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I40 over Beaverdam Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I40 over Beaverdam Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.