NC68 over Haw River
FairGuilford County, North Carolina · 60 Ft. S. Jct. SR2029 · Structure no. 000000000810139
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC68 over Haw River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC68 over Haw River in Guilford County, North Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 NC68 over Haw River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC68 over Haw 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does NC68 over Haw River carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC68 over Haw River?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns NC68 over Haw River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.