US74A over Ut to Haw Creek
GoodBuncombe County, North Carolina · 0.1 MI.W.JCT.NC81 · Structure no. 000000000210002
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74A over Ut to Haw Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74A over Ut to Haw Creek in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 16,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74A over Ut to Haw Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74A over Ut to Haw 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 March 2021.
How much traffic does US74A over Ut to Haw Creek carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US74A over Ut to Haw Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US74A over Ut to Haw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.