US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005
GoodRutherford County, North Carolina · .4 MI.W.JCT.SR1148 · Structure no. 000000001610646
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 612 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005 in Rutherford 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 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2040. The structure is 612 ft (186.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005 built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005 carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005?
The structure is 612 ft (186.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US74 Wbl over French Broad Rvr SR1005?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.