US 221 over Quarters Creek
FairGreenwood County, South Carolina · 7.6 MI NE of Greenwood · Structure no. 000000000000184
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 over Quarters Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 221 over Quarters Creek in Greenwood County, South Carolina. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 100 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 6 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,400 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 over Quarters Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 221 over Quarters Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 221 over Quarters Creek carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 221 over Quarters Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 221 over Quarters Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.