Nc73 over Big Bear Creek

Fair Condition80 years old6,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyStanly
Location0.9 Mi. E. Jct. Sr1234
CarriesNc73
CrossesBig Bear Creek
Coordinates35.38263, -80.34262

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length79.7 ft (24.3 m)
Max Span37.7 ft (11.5 m)
Deck Width29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Area221.1 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1946

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000001670021

Nearby Bridges

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