US74 over Irwin Creek
FairMecklenburg County, North Carolina · 100 Ft. S. Jct. NC27 · Structure no. 000000001190015
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 87 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 over Irwin Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 over Irwin Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 36,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,000 by 2040. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 over Irwin Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 over Irwin 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US74 over Irwin Creek carry?
About 36,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US74 over Irwin Creek?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).
Who owns US74 over Irwin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.