US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek
FairCharleston County, South Carolina · 3.6 MI NE Ravenel · Structure no. 000000000005901
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek in Charleston County, South Carolina. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,488 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 43 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 SB over Tea Farm 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek carry?
About 11,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 SB over Tea Farm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.