Us74a over Swannanoa River
Fair Condition100 years old15,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Buncombe |
| Location | .05 Mi.e.jct.nc81 |
| Carries | Us74a |
| Crosses | Swannanoa River |
| Coordinates | 35.57407, -82.50228 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 111.9 ft (34.1 m) |
| Max Span | 35.8 ft (10.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 69.9 ft (21.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 726.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1926 (reconstructed 1978) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 15,000 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 7% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 125 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000210032 |