NC268 over Ararat River
GoodSurry County, North Carolina · 1.MI.W.JCT.SR2044 · Structure no. 000000001710145
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 353 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC268 over Ararat River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NC268 over Ararat River in Surry County, North Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,200 by 2040. The structure is 353 ft (107.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 NC268 over Ararat River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC268 over Ararat River 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 July 2021.
How much traffic does NC268 over Ararat River carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC268 over Ararat River?
The structure is 353 ft (107.5 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns NC268 over Ararat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.