US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek
FairPolk County, North Carolina · 1.7 MI.W.JCT.SR1330 · Structure no. 000000001490228
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek in Polk County, North Carolina. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,000 by 2040. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 over Little Whiteoak 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US74 over Little Whiteoak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.