US 1 over Black Creek
FairChesterfield County, South Carolina · 5.5 MI NE of Mcbee · Structure no. 000000000000395
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 over Black Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 1 over Black Creek in Chesterfield County, South Carolina. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 95 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 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,306 by 2043. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is US 1 over Black 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 over Black Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 1 over Black Creek?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.