US74 Bus. over Southern RR
GoodCleveland County, North Carolina · 0.02 Mi. W. Jct. NC216 · Structure no. 000000000450103
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 Bus. over Southern RR is a concrete frame carrying US74 Bus. over Southern RR in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,000 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 Bus. over Southern RR built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 Bus. over Southern RR 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 US74 Bus. over Southern RR carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US74 Bus. over Southern RR?
The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US74 Bus. over Southern RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.