NC48 over Tar River
GoodNash County, North Carolina · 1 Mi. N. OFJCT.US301 Bus. · Structure no. 000000001270322
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 628 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC48 over Tar River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying NC48 over Tar River in Nash County, North Carolina. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2040. The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 NC48 over Tar River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC48 over Tar River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does NC48 over Tar River carry?
About 7,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is NC48 over Tar River?
The structure is 628 ft (191.4 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns NC48 over Tar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.