Established around 1930 as a spur of NC 74 (renumbered NC 73 in 1934), it connected Albemarle to the town of Badin then back to New London, ending at NC 80 (current NC 8).
Established around 1930 as a route originating from NC 74, it connected Albemarle to the town of Badin, then back to New London, concluding at NC 8.