Route 17 over Northwest River
GoodChesapeake city, Virginia · 1.4 TOBALLAH/1.5 Todoug R · Structure no. 000000000027402
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,711
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 17 over Northwest River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 17 over Northwest River in Chesapeake city, Virginia. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger than the Virginia average of 50.7 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 14,711 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21,344 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 17 over Northwest River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 17 over Northwest River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Route 17 over Northwest River carry?
About 14,711 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Route 17 over Northwest River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Route 17 over Northwest River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.