NC65 over Southern RR
FairForsyth County, North Carolina · 0.2 Mi. W. Jct. NC66 · Structure no. 000000000670092
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC65 over Southern RR is a prestressed concrete slab carrying NC65 over Southern RR in Forsyth County, North Carolina. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 9,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,400 by 2040. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC65 over Southern RR built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC65 over Southern RR 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does NC65 over Southern RR carry?
About 9,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC65 over Southern RR?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns NC65 over Southern RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.