US Bridges

US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River

GoodClosed to traffic

Cleveland County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. E. Jct. Nc 226 · Structure no. 000000000450466

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
410 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,010
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River in Cleveland County, North Carolina. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 21,010 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,110 by 2037. The structure is 410 ft (124.9 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS74 Byp(closed)
CrossesFirst Broad River
Location0.5 Mi. E. Jct. Nc 226
RouteU.S. Route 74
Coordinates35.32004, -81.56017
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length410 ft (124.9 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.3 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,010 (2017)
Projected traffic35,110 by 2037
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River carry?

About 21,010 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River?

The structure is 410 ft (124.9 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns US74 Byp(closed) over First Broad River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.