US311 over Dan River Overflow
GoodStokes County, North Carolina · 0.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR1717 · Structure no. 000000001690031
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 210 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US311 over Dan River Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US311 over Dan River Overflow in Stokes County, North Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2040. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US311 over Dan River Overflow built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US311 over Dan River Overflow 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US311 over Dan River Overflow carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US311 over Dan River Overflow?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US311 over Dan River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.