NC740 over Mountain Creek
GoodStanly County, North Carolina · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. SR1730 · Structure no. 000000001670290
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NC740 over Mountain Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NC740 over Mountain Creek in Stanly County, North Carolina. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 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 | 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 NC740 over Mountain Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is NC740 over Mountain 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does NC740 over Mountain Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NC740 over Mountain Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns NC740 over Mountain Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.