US 78 over Brier Branch
FairBamberg County, South Carolina · 8.0 MI E of Bamberg · Structure no. 000000000001917
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Brier Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 over Brier Branch in Bamberg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 72 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,176 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Brier Branch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is US 78 over Brier 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 Brier Branch carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Brier Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Brier Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.