US74 US76E over Friar Swamp
GoodColumbus County, North Carolina · 2.1 Mi.W. of JCT.NC211 · Structure no. 000000000470388
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 US76E over Friar Swamp is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US74 US76E over Friar Swamp in Columbus County, North Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,000 by 2040. The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long and 39 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 US76E over Friar Swamp built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 US76E over Friar Swamp 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 2024.
How much traffic does US74 US76E over Friar Swamp carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 US76E over Friar Swamp?
The structure is 142 ft (43.2 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US74 US76E over Friar Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.