US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek
FairChester County, South Carolina · 1.2MI W of Chester · Structure no. 000000000000770
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek in Chester County, South Carolina. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 88 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,764 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 321 Byp over Dry Fork 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 321 Byp over Dry Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.