US Bridges

US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R.

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Richmond County, North Carolina · 1.5 Mi. E. Jct. NC38 · Structure no. 000000001530209

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
325 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R. in Richmond County, North Carolina. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,000 by 2040. The structure is 325 ft (99 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS74 Wbl
CrossesNC381 CSX R.R.
Location1.5 Mi. E. Jct. NC38
RouteU.S. Route 74
CountyRichmond County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.8633, -79.672
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length325 ft (99 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2020)
Projected traffic30,000 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R. built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R. 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R. carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R.?

The structure is 325 ft (99 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US74 Wbl over NC381 CSX R.R.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.