US401N over Neuse River
GoodWake County, North Carolina · 0.2 MI S JCT SR2224 · Structure no. 000000001831021
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 299 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,750
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US401N over Neuse River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US401N over Neuse River in Wake County, North Carolina. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 24,750 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,500 by 2040. The structure is 299 ft (91.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US401N over Neuse River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US401N over Neuse 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 2023.
How much traffic does US401N over Neuse River carry?
About 24,750 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US401N over Neuse River?
The structure is 299 ft (91.1 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US401N over Neuse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.