US Bridges

US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek

Good

Greenwood County, South Carolina · 8.2 MI SE of Greenwood · Structure no. 000000000000538

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek in Greenwood County, South Carolina. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 94 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,350 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 25
CrossesCuffeytown Creek
Location8.2 MI SE of Greenwood
RouteU.S. Route 25
Coordinates34.08753, -82.09129
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2023)
Projected traffic4,350 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US 25 over Cuffeytown Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.