US Bridges

Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR

Good

Beaufort County, South Carolina · Parris Island · Structure no. 000000000008714

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
600 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,799
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR in Beaufort County, South Carolina. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,799 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,734 by 2034. The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long and 25 ft wide.

CarriesRamp on US 21 SB
CrossesBattery CR
LocationParris Island
RouteU.S. Route 21
Coordinates32.37597, -80.71631
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length600 ft (182.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,799 (2014)
Projected traffic2,734 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR carry?

About 1,799 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR?

The structure is 600 ft (182.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp on US 21 SB over Battery CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.