NC218 over I485
GoodMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi. E. Jct. NC51 · Structure no. 000000001190845
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 271 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC218 over I485 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NC218 over I485 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,000 by 2040. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 87 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC218 over I485 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC218 over I485 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does NC218 over I485 carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC218 over I485?
The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns NC218 over I485?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.