US 52 over Cedar Creek
FairDarlington County, South Carolina · 1 MI N of Society Hill · Structure no. 000000000002030
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Cedar Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 52 over Cedar Creek in Darlington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 71 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,570 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 54 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 52 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 52 over Cedar 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 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.