L-397 over Jeffords Millpond
GoodPosted for loadDarlington County, South Carolina · 7 MI N of Darlington · Structure no. 000000000009976
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
L-397 over Jeffords Millpond is a concrete slab carrying L-397 over Jeffords Millpond in Darlington County, South Carolina. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 256 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was L-397 over Jeffords Millpond built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is L-397 over Jeffords Millpond 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does L-397 over Jeffords Millpond carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is L-397 over Jeffords Millpond?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns L-397 over Jeffords Millpond?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.