US Bridges

S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck

Poor

Greenville County, South Carolina · 13.8 MI N Greer · Structure no. 000000000008074

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
275
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 275 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 382 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesS-23-116
CrossesTrib to Green Ck
Location13.8 MI N Greer
RouteState Highway 116
Coordinates35.13753, -82.25097
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic275 (2023)
Projected traffic382 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$96,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck 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 S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns S-23-116 over Trib to Green Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.