US17S over Pasquotank River
FairPasquotank County, North Carolina · 1.0 Mi. N. Jct. US158 · Structure no. 000000001390089
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 182 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US17S over Pasquotank River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US17S over Pasquotank River in Pasquotank County, North Carolina. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older 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 18,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,000 by 2040. The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US17S over Pasquotank River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US17S over Pasquotank 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US17S over Pasquotank River carry?
About 18,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US17S over Pasquotank River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US17S over Pasquotank River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.