US74E over Lumber River
GoodColumbus County, North Carolina · 0.6 MI.W.JCT.SR1506 · Structure no. 000000000470397
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 135 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74E over Lumber River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74E over Lumber River in Columbus County, North Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 23,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,000 by 2040. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74E over Lumber River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74E over Lumber 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 US74E over Lumber River carry?
About 23,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74E over Lumber River?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US74E over Lumber River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.