US 21 over Indian Creek
FairColleton County, South Carolina · 11.0 MI W of Walterboro · Structure no. 000000000002158
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 21 over Indian Creek in Colleton County, South Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 21 over Indian 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 Indian Creek carry?
About 1,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.