BR-0101: U.S. 64 Bridge Replacement - Rutherford County
BR-0101: U.S. 64 Bridge Replacement - Rutherford County
The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to replace Bridge No. 104 on U.S. 64 over Cove Creek east of Lake Lure.
Interactive Study Area Map
Project Overview:
The N.C. Department of Transportation plans to replace Bridge No. 104 on U.S. 64 over Cove Creek east of Lake Lure. The project includes replacing the existing structure with a new bridge to the south that includes two 12-foot travel lanes and 8-foot shoulders.
The purpose of this project is to provide a safer crossing on U.S. 64 over Cove Creek since the bridge, while being maintained for safety, has become structurally deficient and is approaching the end of its functional life. A bridge is considered structurally deficient if it is in relatively poor condition or has insufficient load carrying capacity. The insufficient load capacity could be due to the original design or to deterioration.
Onsite Detour
U.S. 64 will remain open during construction which should begin December 2026 and last 12 months.
Traffic will continue to use the existing bridge during construction as the new bridge is constructed to the south.
Project Funding
Activity | Cost* |
|---|---|
Right-of-Way | $ 290,000 |
Construction | $ 7,800,000 |
Total Cost | $8.09 Million |
* Costs are preliminary and subject to change
Project Schedule
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Right-of-Way Acquisition Begins | March 2025 |
Utility Relocation Begins | July 2025 |
Award for Construction | December 2026 |
* Future dates subject to change
Project Comments
NCDOT accepts comments throughout all phases of project development.
The public is encouraged to leave comments using this website, email, or phone number:
Email: Cove-Creek-Bridge@publicinput.com
Phone Number: 984-205-6615 enter project code 3448
Project Contact Information
Marshall Williams, PE
NCDOT Highway Division 13
55 Orange Street
Asheville, NC 28801
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RESOURCES FOR PROPERTY OWNERS
Although the N.C. Department of Transportation works to minimize the number of homes and businesses displaced by a road
project, it is inevitable, in many cases, that a certain amount of private property is needed. The following information explains right
of way acquisition and answers questions about the process.
Right-of-Way Brochure Single Page Layout Folleto del Proceso de Adquisición de Bienes Raíces
Right-of-Way Frequently Asked Questions
Right of Way Acquisition Process Videos
Page last updated: February 12, 2026