US 601 over Halfway Swamp
GoodCalhoun County, South Carolina · 2 MI NE of St. Matthews · Structure no. 000000000008614
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 601 over Halfway Swamp is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 601 over Halfway Swamp in Calhoun County, South Carolina. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,002 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 601 over Halfway Swamp built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 601 over Halfway Swamp 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 601 over Halfway Swamp carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 601 over Halfway Swamp?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 601 over Halfway Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.