US74 441 over Dicks Creek
FairJackson County, North Carolina · 50 FT.E.JCT.SR1388 · Structure no. 000000000990062
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 441 over Dicks Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 441 over Dicks Creek in Jackson County, North Carolina. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 68 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,000 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 441 over Dicks Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is US74 441 over Dicks Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does US74 441 over Dicks Creek carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 441 over Dicks Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US74 441 over Dicks Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.