S-23-969 over North Saluda River
PoorGreenville County, South Carolina · 10.6 MI N Travelers Rest · Structure no. 000000000000292
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 225
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-23-969 over North Saluda River is a concrete tee beam carrying S-23-969 over North Saluda River in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 225 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 313 by 2043. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-23-969 over North Saluda River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-23-969 over North Saluda River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does S-23-969 over North Saluda River carry?
About 225 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is S-23-969 over North Saluda River?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns S-23-969 over North Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.