Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek
GoodNew Hanover County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi.S.Jct.Car.Beach RD · Structure no. 000000001290141
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek is a steel culvert carrying Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek in New Hanover 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 11,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,000 by 2040. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek carry?
About 11,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns Independence Blvd. over East Fork Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.