US 17 NB over Awendaw Creek
FairCharleston County, South Carolina · At Awendaw · Structure no. 000000000006961
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 NB over Awendaw Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 17 NB over Awendaw Creek in Charleston County, South Carolina. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,266 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 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 NB over Awendaw Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 NB over Awendaw 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 NB over Awendaw Creek carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 17 NB over Awendaw Creek?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 NB over Awendaw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.