US70 over Grassy Branch
GoodBuncombe County, North Carolina · .01 MI.E.JCT.SR2754 · Structure no. 000000000210234
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US70 over Grassy Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US70 over Grassy Branch in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,000 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US70 over Grassy Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US70 over Grassy Branch 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 2025.
How much traffic does US70 over Grassy Branch carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US70 over Grassy Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US70 over Grassy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.