US Bridges

US74 US76 over Bradley Creek

Fair

New Hanover County, North Carolina · 0.2 MI W SR1411 · Structure no. 000000001290014

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
866 ft
18 main spans
Daily traffic
36,500
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US74 US76 over Bradley Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US74 US76 over Bradley Creek in New Hanover County, North Carolina. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 866 ft (263.9 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS74 US76
CrossesBradley Creek
Location0.2 MI W SR1411
RouteU.S. Route 76
CountyNew Hanover County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.2154, -77.83413
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans18
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length866 ft (263.9 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,500 (2021)
Projected traffic73,000 by 2040
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 US74 US76 over Bradley Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US74 US76 over Bradley 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US74 US76 over Bradley Creek carry?

About 36,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US74 US76 over Bradley Creek?

The structure is 866 ft (263.9 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns US74 US76 over Bradley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.