US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3)
FairColleton County, South Carolina · 4.5 MI SE of Cottageville · Structure no. 000000000006072
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 500 ft
- 20 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3) is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3) in Colleton County, South Carolina. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,582 by 2043. The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long and 53 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 (3) built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3) 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 (3) carry?
About 9,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3)?
The structure is 500 ft (152.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Edisto River Swp (3)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.