US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake
FairDarlington County, South Carolina · Hartsville · Structure no. 000000000001306
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake in Darlington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 80 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 5 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 17,100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,111 by 2043. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 76 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake 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 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake carry?
About 17,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 Bus over Prestwood Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.