NC68 US70 over I74
GoodGuilford County, North Carolina · 1.3 Mi. N. Jct. SR1278 · Structure no. 000000000811031
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 248 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC68 US70 over I74 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NC68 US70 over I74 in Guilford County, North Carolina. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,000 by 2040. The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC68 US70 over I74 built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC68 US70 over I74 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does NC68 US70 over I74 carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NC68 US70 over I74?
The structure is 248 ft (75.5 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.7 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns NC68 US70 over I74?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.