US74 over Hickory Creek
FairCleveland County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. E. Jct. NC226 · Structure no. 000000000450097
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 over Hickory Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 over Hickory Creek in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 76 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 40,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 80,000 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 over Hickory Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is US74 over Hickory 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US74 over Hickory Creek carry?
About 40,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US74 over Hickory Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US74 over Hickory Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.