US 601 over Congaree River
FairCalhoun County, South Carolina · 10MI NE of ST Matthews · Structure no. 000000000001601
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,760 ft
- 14 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 601 over Congaree River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 601 over Congaree River in Calhoun County, South Carolina. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,742 by 2043. The structure is 1,760 ft (536.4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 601 over Congaree River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 601 over Congaree 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 601 over Congaree River carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 601 over Congaree River?
The structure is 1,760 ft (536.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 601 over Congaree River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.