US 17 NB over South Santee River
FairGeorgetown County, South Carolina · 15MI S Georgetown · Structure no. 000000000007114
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,652 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 NB over South Santee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 17 NB over South Santee River in Georgetown County, South Carolina. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,874 by 2043. The structure is 1,652 ft (503.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 NB over South Santee River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 NB over South Santee River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 NB over South Santee River carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 17 NB over South Santee River?
The structure is 1,652 ft (503.4 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 NB over South Santee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.