US 52 over Santee River Swamp
FairBerkeley County, South Carolina · 18.8MI NE Moncks Crn · Structure no. 000000000000150
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 750 ft
- 25 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Santee River Swamp is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 52 over Santee River Swamp in Berkeley County, South Carolina. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,178 by 2043. The structure is 750 ft (228.6 m) long and 86 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Santee River Swamp built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Santee River Swamp 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 52 over Santee River Swamp carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Santee River Swamp?
The structure is 750 ft (228.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Santee River Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.