S-13-43 over Big Black River
GoodChesterfield County, South Carolina · 5.2 MI N Jefferson · Structure no. 000000000008430
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-13-43 over Big Black River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-13-43 over Big Black River in Chesterfield County, South Carolina. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 600 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 876 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-13-43 over Big Black River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-13-43 over Big Black River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does S-13-43 over Big Black River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is S-13-43 over Big Black River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns S-13-43 over Big Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.