US Bridges

S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River

Good

Allendale County, South Carolina · 1MI SW Allendale · Structure no. 000000000001340

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
375
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River is a concrete culvert carrying S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River in Allendale County, South Carolina. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 78 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 548 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesS-3-22
CrossesCoosawhatchie River
Location1MI SW Allendale
RouteState Highway 22
Coordinates32.99562, -81.3251
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic375 (2023)
Projected traffic548 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River carry?

About 375 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns S-3-22 over Coosawhatchie River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.