US 29 over Rocky River
FairAnderson County, South Carolina · 1.5MI SE of Anderson · Structure no. 000000000000704
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Rocky River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 29 over Rocky River in Anderson County, South Carolina. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 89 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 5 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 23,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,520 by 2043. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 over Rocky River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US 29 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 over Rocky River carry?
About 23,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Rocky River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US 29 over Rocky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.