US Bridges

US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River

Good

Greenville County, South Carolina · 12 MI NW Travelers Rest · Structure no. 000000000005733

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River is a concrete culvert carrying US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,829 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 276
CrossesTrib to S Saluda River
Location12 MI NW Travelers Rest
RouteU.S. Route 276
Coordinates35.07519, -82.57268
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (2023)
Projected traffic1,829 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$56,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 276 over Trib to S Saluda 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 276 over Trib to S Saluda River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.