US 276 over North Saluda River
PoorPosted for loadGreenville County, South Carolina · 4.5MI NW of Travelers Rst · Structure no. 000000000001047
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 276 over North Saluda River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 276 over North Saluda River in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 12,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,040 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 67 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 US 276 over North Saluda River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is US 276 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 US 276 over North Saluda River carry?
About 12,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 276 over North Saluda River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US 276 over North Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.