Nc 172 over Freemans Creek
GoodOnslow County, North Carolina · 1.8KM NE of Sneads Ferry · Structure no. 2NCS613
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2014 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Navy / Marines
About this bridge
Nc 172 over Freemans Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Nc 172 over Freemans Creek in Onslow County, North Carolina. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2044. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nc 172 over Freemans Creek built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nc 172 over Freemans 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 Nc 172 over Freemans Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Nc 172 over Freemans Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Nc 172 over Freemans Creek?
It is owned by the Navy / Marines.