Wright Memorial Bridge, Prestressed concrete bridge in Currituck County, US.
The Wright Memorial Bridge consists of two parallel structures spanning the Currituck Sound, with the westbound bridge measuring 14,927 feet and eastbound 14,867 feet.
The initial wooden bridge, constructed in 1930 by W.L. Jones Company for $225,000, served as a toll crossing until the State Highway Commission acquired it in 1935.
The bridge forms a connection to the Wright brothers' legacy while serving as the principal gateway to North Carolina's Outer Banks recreational destinations.
The four-lane bridge accommodates approximately 8,000 vehicles daily, linking Point Harbor in Currituck County to Kitty Hawk in Dare County via US Route 158.
The westbound segment features a wider 38.4-foot design compared to the eastbound's 33.8-foot width, both utilizing different construction techniques for optimal performance.
Location: Currituck County
Official opening: 1995
Made from material: prestressed concrete
GPS coordinates: 36.08940,-75.75580
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:39
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