US 17 Alt over Sampit River
GoodGeorgetown County, South Carolina · 8.5 MI W of Georgetown · Structure no. 000000000010379
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Alt over Sampit River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 17 Alt over Sampit River in Georgetown County, South Carolina. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,766 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Alt over Sampit River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Alt over Sampit River 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 Sampit River carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Alt over Sampit River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Alt over Sampit River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.