Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch
GoodChester County, South Carolina · City of Chester · Structure no. 000000000001806
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch in Chester County, South Carolina. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 74 years old, older 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 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,572 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch 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 Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch carry?
About 8,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Sc 72 over Grassy Run Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.