Sc 11 over South Saluda River
FairGreenville County, South Carolina · 12.0 MI NW Travelers Rest · Structure no. 000000000005734
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sc 11 over South Saluda River is a concrete tee beam carrying Sc 11 over South 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 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,883 by 2043. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sc 11 over South Saluda River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sc 11 over South 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Sc 11 over South Saluda River carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Sc 11 over South Saluda River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Sc 11 over South Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.