US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow
GoodColumbus County, North Carolina · 0.5MI.W.JCT.SR1506 · Structure no. 000000000470018
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow in Columbus County, North Carolina. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2040. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US74 Wbl over Lumber River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.