US74 over Bridge Creek
GoodScotland County, North Carolina · 0.8 Mi. E. Jct. NC79 · Structure no. 000000001650037
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 over Bridge Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 over Bridge Creek in Scotland County, North Carolina. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,000 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 over Bridge Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US74 over Bridge 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 US74 over Bridge Creek carry?
About 20,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US74 over Bridge Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US74 over Bridge Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.