US 21 over Stream
FairFairfield County, South Carolina · 11.2 MI N of Ridgeway · Structure no. 000000000001247
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 21 over Stream in Fairfield County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942, 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.
It carries about 900 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,314 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 21 over Stream built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 21 over Stream 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 21 over Stream carry?
About 900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Stream?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.