Sc 97 over Mill Creek
FairChester County, South Carolina · 7.3MI NW of Chester · Structure no. 000000000001241
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sc 97 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sc 97 over Mill Creek in Chester County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 875 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sc 97 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sc 97 over Mill 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Sc 97 over Mill Creek carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Sc 97 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Sc 97 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.