US Bridges

NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp

Fair

Northampton County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. N. JCT NC305 · Structure no. 000000001310025

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
590
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp in Northampton County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,180 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesNC35
CrossesCutawhiskie Swamp
Location1.3 Mi. N. JCT NC305
RouteState Highway 35
CountyNorthampton County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates36.30189, -77.19577
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic590 (2015)
Projected traffic1,180 by 2040
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp carry?

About 590 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns NC35 over Cutawhiskie Swamp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.