U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass
GoodCleveland County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. W. Jct. SR-1318 · Structure no. 000000000450452
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 318 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2040. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass?
The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 169 ft (51.5 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 74 Ramp over US74 Shelby Bypass?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.