US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek
GoodBerkeley County, South Carolina · 16.2MI NE Moncks Crn · Structure no. 000000000001429
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,473 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Savanna Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.