US Bridges

Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek

Good

Onslow County, North Carolina · 0.6 KM NW of Holcomb Blvd · Structure no. 2NCC352

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
604 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
—
2016 count
Owner
Federal
Navy / Marines

About this bridge

Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Wilson Blvd over Bearhead 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 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.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 604 ft (184 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesWilson Blvd
CrossesBearhead Creek
Location0.6 KM NW of Holcomb Blvd
Coordinates34.68383, -77.33631
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans11
Design loadHL 93
Structure length604 ft (184 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.6 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic550 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$13,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek built?

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

What condition is Wilson Blvd over Bearhead 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek?

The structure is 604 ft (184 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.6 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Wilson Blvd over Bearhead Creek?

It is owned by the Navy / Marines.