US Bridges

Athens DR over I-440 US1

GoodClosed to traffic

Wake County, North Carolina · 0.48 MI S JCT SR1319 · Structure no. 000000001830197

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
216 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Athens DR over I-440 US1 is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Athens DR over I-440 US1 in Wake County, North Carolina. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 7,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,800 by 2040. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesAthens DR
CrossesI-440 US1
Location0.48 MI S JCT SR1319
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWake County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.77382, -78.71592
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,400 (2017)
Projected traffic14,800 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Athens DR over I-440 US1 built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Athens DR over I-440 US1 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 2023.

How much traffic does Athens DR over I-440 US1 carry?

About 7,400 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Athens DR over I-440 US1?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Athens DR over I-440 US1?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.