NC73 over Reed Creek
FairLincoln County, North Carolina · 0.05 Mi. E. Jct. SR1355 · Structure no. 000000001090012
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC73 over Reed Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC73 over Reed Creek in Lincoln County, North Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,400 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NC73 over Reed Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC73 over Reed 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does NC73 over Reed Creek carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is NC73 over Reed Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NC73 over Reed Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.