U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek
FairBuncombe County, North Carolina · Access Ramp to U.S. Route · Structure no. 5140173P0000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek in Buncombe County, North Carolina. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns U.S. Route 74A (wb over Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.