US 17 Alt over Ports Creek
FairGeorgetown County, South Carolina · 4MI W of Georgetown · Structure no. 000000000002957
- Built
- 1919
- 106 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Ports Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 17 Alt over Ports Creek in Georgetown County, South Carolina. It was built in 1919 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 106 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,880 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 138 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Ports Creek built?
It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Ports 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 17 Alt over Ports Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Ports Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 138 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Ports Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.