US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch
GoodBerkeley County, South Carolina · 4 MI NE of Moncks Corner · Structure no. 000000000001428
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch in Berkeley County, South Carolina. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older 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 9,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,787 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch carry?
About 9,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Drain-Canady Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.