US 78 over Briar Branch
FairBamberg County, South Carolina · 9.5 MI E of Bamberg · Structure no. 000000000000479
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Briar Branch is a concrete tee beam carrying US 78 over Briar Branch in Bamberg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 94 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,436 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Briar Branch built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US 78 over Briar Branch 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 78 over Briar Branch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Briar Branch?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Briar Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.