US Bridges

SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek

Good

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. W. Jct. SR2126 · Structure no. 000000001190131

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2040. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR2074
CrossesMcdowell Creek
Location0.5 Mi. W. Jct. SR2126
RouteState Highway 2074
Coordinates35.38067, -80.94013
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating37.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2016)
Projected traffic3,600 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR2074 over Mcdowell 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR2074 over Mcdowell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.