US17S over Southwest Creek
GoodOnslow County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi.S. of Jct. SR1113 · Structure no. 000000001330012
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 305 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US17S over Southwest Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US17S over Southwest Creek in Onslow County, North Carolina. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 16,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,000 by 2040. The structure is 305 ft (92.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Southwest Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US17S over Southwest Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US17S over Southwest Creek carry?
About 16,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US17S over Southwest Creek?
The structure is 305 ft (92.9 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US17S over Southwest Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.