US Bridges

S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch

Fair

Charleston County, South Carolina · 1.5 MI E Ravenel · Structure no. 000000000004479

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch is a concrete slab carrying S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch in Charleston County, South Carolina. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,314 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesS-10-92
CrossesMellichamp Branch
Location1.5 MI E Ravenel
RouteState Highway 92
Coordinates32.7564, -80.21499
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2023)
Projected traffic1,314 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns S-10-92 over Mellichamp Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.