SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River
GoodJohnston County, North Carolina · 1.4 MI.S.JCT.SR1700 · Structure no. 000000001010188
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River in Johnston County, North Carolina. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,400 by 2040. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River 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 October 2021.
How much traffic does SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River carry?
About 6,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SR1553 over Br. of Neuse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.