US17BUS over Pamlico River
FairBeaufort County, North Carolina · 3.1 Mi. N. of Jct. NC33 · Structure no. 000000000130025
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Movable - Swing
- Steel
- Length
- 1,253 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US17BUS over Pamlico River is a steel movable - swing carrying US17BUS over Pamlico River in Beaufort County, North Carolina. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 97 years old, older than the North Carolina average of 38.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2040. The structure is 1,253 ft (381.9 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US17BUS over Pamlico River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US17BUS over Pamlico River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US17BUS over Pamlico River carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US17BUS over Pamlico River?
The structure is 1,253 ft (381.9 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns US17BUS over Pamlico River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.