US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp
GoodHalifax County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. N. of Jct. SR1003 · Structure no. 000000000830062
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 380 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp in Halifax County, North Carolina. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2040. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp?
The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US301 NC481 over Beech Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.