US Bridges

S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52

Good

Charleston County, South Carolina · 6MI N of North Charleston · Structure no. 000000000009839

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52 in Charleston County, South Carolina. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 37,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,197 by 2043. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 111 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesS-10-43/N.A.D RD
CrossesUS 52
Location6MI N of North Charleston
RouteState Highway 43
Coordinates32.97442, -80.04491
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width111 ft (33.8 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,900 (2023)
Projected traffic54,197 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$684,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52 carry?

About 37,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 111 ft wide.

Who owns S-10-43/N.A.D RD over US 52?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.