US 21 over Big Wateree Creek
FairPosted for loadFairfield County, South Carolina · 10.6 MI N of Ridgeway · Structure no. 000000000001246
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Big Wateree Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 21 over Big Wateree Creek in Fairfield County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 900 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,314 by 2043. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 21 over Big Wateree Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 21 over Big Wateree 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 21 over Big Wateree Creek carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Big Wateree Creek?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Big Wateree Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.