US Bridges

US64 over Scuppernong River

Good

Tyrrell County, North Carolina · 0.7 MI E. of JCT SR1110 · Structure no. 000000001770002

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,577 ft
16 main spans
Daily traffic
7,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US64 over Scuppernong River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US64 over Scuppernong River in Tyrrell County, North Carolina. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,800 by 2040. The structure is 1,577 ft (480.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS64
CrossesScuppernong River
Location0.7 MI E. of JCT SR1110
RouteU.S. Route 64
Coordinates35.91666, -76.25664
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating82.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans16
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,577 ft (480.6 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.3 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width59 ft (17.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,400 (2022)
Projected traffic14,800 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was US64 over Scuppernong River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US64 over Scuppernong 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US64 over Scuppernong River carry?

About 7,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US64 over Scuppernong River?

The structure is 1,577 ft (480.6 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.3 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns US64 over Scuppernong River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.