US 29 Bus over Rocky River
FairAnderson County, South Carolina · 1.7MI NE of Anderson · Structure no. 000000000000377
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 175 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 Bus over Rocky River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 29 Bus over Rocky River in Anderson County, South Carolina. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2043. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29 Bus over Rocky River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 29 Bus over Rocky River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does US 29 Bus over Rocky River carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 29 Bus over Rocky River?
The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 29 Bus over Rocky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.