US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1)
FairColleton County, South Carolina · 2.5 MI SE of Cottageville · Structure no. 000000000005916
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1) is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1) in Colleton 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 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,720 by 2043. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1) built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1) 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1) carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1)?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (1)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.