NC24 over New River
FairOnslow County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi.E. of JCT.SR1232 · Structure no. 000000001330059
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC24 over New River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC24 over New River in Onslow County, North Carolina. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 80 years old, older 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 6 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,800 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC24 over New River built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is NC24 over New River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NC24 over New River carry?
About 9,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is NC24 over New River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns NC24 over New River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.