US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley
GoodGeorgetown County, South Carolina · 5.5 MI W of Georgetown · Structure no. 000000000002956
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley in Georgetown County, South Carolina. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 105 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,880 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 124 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 124 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Spring Gulley?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.