US74 over Pinch Gut Creek
GoodAnson County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. E. Jct. SR1420 · Structure no. 000000000070325
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 over Pinch Gut Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 over Pinch Gut Creek in Anson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 88 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,000 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 over Pinch Gut Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US74 over Pinch Gut Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US74 over Pinch Gut Creek carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 over Pinch Gut Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US74 over Pinch Gut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.