US 601 over Mill Creek
FairCalhoun County, South Carolina · In Town of ST Matthews · Structure no. 000000000000643
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 601 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 601 over Mill Creek in Calhoun County, South Carolina. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 91 years old, older 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,394 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 601 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 601 over Mill Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 601 over Mill Creek carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 601 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 601 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.