US17S over Old Ford Swamp
GoodBeaufort County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. NC171 · Structure no. 000000000130359
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 149 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,450
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US17S over Old Ford Swamp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US17S over Old Ford Swamp in Beaufort County, North Carolina. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,900 by 2040. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US17S over Old Ford Swamp built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US17S over Old Ford Swamp 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 US17S over Old Ford Swamp carry?
About 4,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US17S over Old Ford Swamp?
The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US17S over Old Ford Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.