US19 74 over Nantahala River
GoodSwain County, North Carolina · 50 FT.N.JCT.SR1101 · Structure no. 000000001730003
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US19 74 over Nantahala River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US19 74 over Nantahala River in Swain County, North Carolina. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2040. The structure is 160 ft (48.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 33.6 mi (54 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 US19 74 over Nantahala River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US19 74 over Nantahala River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US19 74 over Nantahala River carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US19 74 over Nantahala River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.7 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US19 74 over Nantahala River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.