US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek
GoodWayne County, North Carolina · 1.2 Mi. E. of Jct. SR1714 · Structure no. 000000001910382
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 600 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek in Wayne County, North Carolina. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 6,250 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2040. The structure is 600 ft (182.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is US70 E Byp. over W. Bear 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek carry?
About 6,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek?
The structure is 600 ft (182.8 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US70 E Byp. over W. Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.