US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow
FairBertie County, North Carolina · 3.5 MI.S.JCT.SR1521 · Structure no. 000000000150158
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow in Bertie County, North Carolina. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 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 5,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2040. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow carry?
About 5,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US13S US17S over Roanoke River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.