S-23-178 over North Saluda River
GoodGreenville County, South Carolina · 5.6MI N Travelers Rest · Structure no. 000000000009013
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-23-178 over North Saluda River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-23-178 over North Saluda River in Greenville County, South Carolina. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-23-178 over North Saluda River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-23-178 over North 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does S-23-178 over North Saluda River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is S-23-178 over North Saluda River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns S-23-178 over North Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.