US 301 NB over S. Edisto River
FairBamberg County, South Carolina · 3MI N of Bamberg · Structure no. 000000000005888
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 630 ft
- 19 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 NB over S. Edisto River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 301 NB over S. Edisto River in Bamberg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 3,150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,481 by 2043. The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 301 NB over S. Edisto River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 301 NB over S. Edisto 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 301 NB over S. Edisto River carry?
About 3,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 NB over S. Edisto River?
The structure is 630 ft (192 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 NB over S. Edisto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.