US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek
FairUnion County, North Carolina · 0.35 Mi. E. Jct. SR1751 · Structure no. 000000001790478
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek in Union County, North Carolina. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 73 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 34,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,000 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek carry?
About 34,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US74 US601 over Ut to Richardson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.