Oxford Road over Bells Branch
GoodPitt County, North Carolina · .1 Mi.N.Jct.Cheshire Dr. · Structure no. 000000001470420
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oxford Road over Bells Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Oxford Road over Bells Branch in Pitt County, North Carolina. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 59 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 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oxford Road over Bells Branch built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Oxford Road over Bells Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Oxford Road over Bells Branch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Oxford Road over Bells Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Oxford Road over Bells Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.