US 52 over Horse Creek
FairDarlington County, South Carolina · 7MI N of Darlington · Structure no. 000000000000162
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Horse Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 52 over Horse Creek in Darlington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Horse 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 52 over Horse Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.