US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek
FairCleveland County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. E. Jct. SR1247 · Structure no. 000000000450059
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 Ebl over Beaverdam 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US74 Ebl over Beaverdam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.