I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek
GoodRichmond County, North Carolina · 0.4 Mi. S. Jct. SR1452 · Structure no. 000000001530185
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek in Richmond County, North Carolina. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,800 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek carry?
About 9,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns I73 I74 US220 over Branch of Bells Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.