US1N over Tar River
FairFranklin County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR1207 · Structure no. 000000000690165
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 282 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US1N over Tar River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US1N over Tar River in Franklin County, North Carolina. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 by 2040. The structure is 282 ft (85.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US1N over Tar River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US1N over Tar 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US1N over Tar River carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US1N over Tar River?
The structure is 282 ft (85.9 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US1N over Tar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.