US 76 over Saluda River
FairGreenville County, South Carolina · 15 1/2MI SW of Fountn Inn · Structure no. 000000000000937
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Saluda River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 76 over Saluda River in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,565 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Saluda River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 76 over Saluda 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 over Saluda River carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Saluda River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.