US 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek
FairDarlington County, South Carolina · 3MI N of Darlington · Structure no. 000000000000602
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 52 Bus over Bellyache 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,106 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 30 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 | 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 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 Bus over Bellyache 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 Bus over Bellyache Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.