US Bridges

US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek

Good

Pitt County, North Carolina · 0.3 MI.E.JCT.SR1561 · Structure no. 000000001470436

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,500
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek in Pitt County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS264 Wbl
CrossesGrindle Creek
Location0.3 MI.E.JCT.SR1561
RouteU.S. Route 264
Coordinates35.62446, -77.22135
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84 US tons
Inventory rating49.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length120 ft (36.5 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,500 (2018)
Projected traffic17,000 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is US264 Wbl over Grindle 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 2021.

How much traffic does US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek carry?

About 8,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US264 Wbl over Grindle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.