US 321 over Little Salkehatchie
FairBamberg County, South Carolina · 4MI N of Olar · Structure no. 000000000001676
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 321 over Little Salkehatchie is a concrete tee beam carrying US 321 over Little Salkehatchie in Bamberg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,871 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 321 over Little Salkehatchie built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 321 over Little Salkehatchie 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 321 over Little Salkehatchie carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 321 over Little Salkehatchie?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns US 321 over Little Salkehatchie?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.