US Bridges

Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek

Good

Darlington County, South Carolina · US 52 Bypass Intersection · Structure no. 000000000006082

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,902
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek in Darlington 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,902 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,738 by 2037. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 70 ft wide.

CarriesRamp to Sc 34
CrossesIndian Creek
LocationUS 52 Bypass Intersection
RouteState Highway 34
Coordinates34.29417, -79.89056
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length51 ft (15.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,902 (2017)
Projected traffic9,738 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek carry?

About 5,902 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp to Sc 34 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.