US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek
FairClarendon County, South Carolina · 3MI S of Paxville · Structure no. 000000000001322
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek in Clarendon County, South Carolina. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 79 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,565 by 2043. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is US 15 over Sammy Swamp 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 over Sammy Swamp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.