US Bridges

S-19-75 over South Edisto River

Good

Edgefield County, South Carolina · 4.5MI SE Johnston · Structure no. 000000000002344

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
130 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
750
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-19-75 over South Edisto River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S-19-75 over South Edisto River in Edgefield County, South Carolina. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,095 by 2043. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesS-19-75
CrossesSouth Edisto River
Location4.5MI SE Johnston
RouteState Highway 75
Coordinates33.78669, -81.74656
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic750 (2023)
Projected traffic1,095 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 S-19-75 over South Edisto River built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-19-75 over South Edisto River 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does S-19-75 over South Edisto River carry?

About 750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is S-19-75 over South Edisto River?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns S-19-75 over South Edisto River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.