US Bridges

US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR

Good

Union County, North Carolina · 0.5 Mi. E. Jct. SR1754 · Structure no. 000000001790511

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
439 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,750
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR in Union County, North Carolina. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 5,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2040. The structure is 439 ft (133.8 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesUS74 Byp WB
CrossesUS74 WB & CSX RR
Location0.5 Mi. E. Jct. SR1754
RouteU.S. Route 74
Coordinates34.98512, -80.40858
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating51.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length439 ft (133.8 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,750 (2022)
Projected traffic11,000 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR carry?

About 5,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR?

The structure is 439 ft (133.8 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US74 Byp WB over US74 WB & CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.