US117 over I40
GoodPender County, North Carolina · 0.9 Mi.N. of JCT.SR1347 · Structure no. 000000001410219
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 251 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US117 over I40 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US117 over I40 in Pender County, North Carolina. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2040. The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US117 over I40 built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US117 over I40 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US117 over I40 carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US117 over I40?
The structure is 251 ft (76.5 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US117 over I40?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.