US 25 over Academy Creek
FairEdgefield County, South Carolina · Town of Edgefield · Structure no. 000000000000179
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 25 over Academy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 25 over Academy Creek in Edgefield County, South Carolina. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,568 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 25 over Academy Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 25 over Academy 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 25 over Academy Creek carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 25 over Academy Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 25 over Academy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.