US 52 over High Hill Creek
FairFlorence County, South Carolina · 5.0 MI NW of Florence · Structure no. 000000000001043
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1940
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over High Hill Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 52 over High Hill Creek in Florence County, South Carolina. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 101 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 5 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 24,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,716 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over High Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.
What condition is US 52 over High Hill 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 52 over High Hill Creek carry?
About 24,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over High Hill Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over High Hill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.