US Bridges

I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT

Fair

Florence County, South Carolina · 3 MI NW of Florence · Structure no. 000000000004769

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
396 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
57,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT in Florence County, South Carolina. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 59 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 57,700 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,813 by 2043. The structure is 396 ft (120.7 m) long and 154 ft wide.

CarriesI-95
CrossesUS 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT
Location3 MI NW of Florence
RouteInterstate 95
Coordinates34.2297, -79.79953
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length396 ft (120.7 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width154 ft (47 m)
Roadway width149 ft (45.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,700 (2023)
Projected traffic39,813 by 2043
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT carry?

About 57,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT?

The structure is 396 ft (120.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 154 ft wide.

Who owns I-95 over US 52&S-21-498&RR CSXT?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.