US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River
FairBerkeley County, South Carolina · 21 MI NE Moncks Corner · Structure no. 000000000009396
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 3,890 ft
- 53 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River in Berkeley County, South Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,904 by 2043. The structure is 3,890 ft (1,185.7 m) long and 47 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River 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 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River carry?
About 5,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River?
The structure is 3,890 ft (1,185.7 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt & Sc 41 over Santee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.