US Bridges

Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek

Fair

Onslow County, North Carolina · 1.9 KM NW of Holcomb Blvd · Structure no. 2NC350A

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
948 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
10,000
2016 count
Owner
Federal
Navy / Marines

About this bridge

Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek in Onslow County, North Carolina. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 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 10,000 vehicles a day. The structure is 948 ft (288.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesWilson Blvd
CrossesWallace Creek
Location1.9 KM NW of Holcomb Blvd
CountyOnslow County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.69038, -77.34728
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.8 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans19
Design loadHL 93
Structure length948 ft (288.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,000 (2016)
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNavy / Marines
Maintained byNavy / Marines
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$41,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek carry?

About 10,000 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek?

The structure is 948 ft (288.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Wilson Blvd over Wallace Creek?

It is owned by the Navy / Marines.