US 21 over Oldfield Creek
FairColleton County, South Carolina · 3.5 MI SW of Ruffin · Structure no. 000000000000728
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1936
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Oldfield Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 21 over Oldfield Creek in Colleton County, South Carolina. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1936, so it is 98 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 6 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 1,550 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,465 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 21 over Oldfield Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1936.
What condition is US 21 over Oldfield 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 21 over Oldfield Creek carry?
About 1,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Oldfield Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Oldfield Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.