US23B over Richland Creek
GoodHaywood County, North Carolina · .1 MI.N.JCT.US23 74 · Structure no. 000000000870014
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US23B over Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US23B over Richland Creek in Haywood County, North Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,000 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US23B over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US23B over Richland Creek 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US23B over Richland Creek carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US23B over Richland Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US23B over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.