Us17 over Chowan River

Fair Condition27 years old9,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBertie
Location2.6 Mi. N. Jct. Sr1501
CarriesUs17
CrossesChowan River
Coordinates36.04753, -76.69574

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length12209.0 ft (3721.3 m)
Max Span227.7 ft (69.4 m)
Deck Width71.2 ft (21.7 m)
Deck Area80752.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1999

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,500 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000150038

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