US Bridges

SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River

Fair

Pamlico County, North Carolina · 0.6 Mi. S. Jct. NC55 · Structure no. 000000001370008

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
92 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
800
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River in Pamlico County, North Carolina. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 6 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 800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR1343
CrossesS. Prong Bay River
Location0.6 Mi. S. Jct. NC55
RouteState Highway 1343
CountyPamlico County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.13447, -76.78329
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating65.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length92 ft (28 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic800 (2020)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR1343 over S. Prong Bay 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River carry?

About 800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River?

The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR1343 over S. Prong Bay River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.