S-14-40 over Black River
PoorClarendon County, South Carolina · 9MI NE Manning · Structure no. 000000000005914
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-14-40 over Black River is a concrete slab carrying S-14-40 over Black River in Clarendon County, South Carolina. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 550 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 803 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 S-14-40 over Black River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-14-40 over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does S-14-40 over Black River carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is S-14-40 over Black River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns S-14-40 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.