US74A over Ashworth Creek
GoodBuncombe County, North Carolina · .2 MI.W.JCT.SR2813 · Structure no. 000000000210581
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74A over Ashworth Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74A over Ashworth Creek in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 US74A over Ashworth Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74A over Ashworth 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US74A over Ashworth Creek carry?
About 3,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US74A over Ashworth Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US74A over Ashworth Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.