US Bridges

US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch

Good

Union County, North Carolina · 150 Ft.W. SR1758 · Structure no. 000000001790573

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,590
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch 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 4,590 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,180 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS74 Byp Ramp
CrossesSpring Branch
Location150 Ft.W. SR1758
RouteU.S. Route 74
CountyUnion County
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.99602, -80.44928
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating67.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,590 (2022)
Projected traffic9,180 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Ramp over Spring Branch built?

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

What condition is US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch carry?

About 4,590 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US74 Byp Ramp over Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.