I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R.
FairGreenville County, South Carolina · 2.5MI S of Greenville · Structure no. 000000000002962
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R. is a concrete tee beam carrying I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R. in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,735 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 66 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R. built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R. 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R. carry?
About 14,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R.?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns I-185 over S-5 and Southern R.R.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.