S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River
GoodBarnwell County, South Carolina · 2.0 MI SE Barnwell · Structure no. 000000000007764
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River is a concrete slab carrying S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River in Barnwell County, South Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 375 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 548 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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-6-70 over Salkehatchie River built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns S-6-70 over Salkehatchie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.