US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek
GoodDarlington County, South Carolina · In Darlington · Structure no. 000000000010226
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek in Darlington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,476 by 2043. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 289 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 Bypass over Swift 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 US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek carry?
About 8,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 289 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 Bypass over Swift Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.