S-5-20 over South Edisto River
PoorBamberg County, South Carolina · 5MI NE Bamberg · Structure no. 000000000005889
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 165 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-5-20 over South Edisto River is a concrete slab carrying S-5-20 over South 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,314 by 2043. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 33 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-5-20 over South Edisto River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-5-20 over South Edisto River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does S-5-20 over South Edisto River carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S-5-20 over South Edisto River?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns S-5-20 over South Edisto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.