US Bridges

US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente

Good

Polk County, North Carolina · 0.3 Miles West of Junctio · Structure no. 000000001490234

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente in Polk County, North Carolina. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 31,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,000 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 74 Eastbound
CrossesPvt RD (equestrian Cente
Location0.3 Miles West of Junctio
RouteU.S. Route 74
Coordinates35.28747, -82.07429
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.9 US tons
Inventory rating51.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,000 (2022)
Projected traffic62,000 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente carry?

About 31,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 74 Eastbound over Pvt RD (equestrian Cente?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.