US 278 over Coosawhatchie River
FairHampton County, South Carolina · 5 MI SE of Varnville · Structure no. 000000000002553
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Coosawhatchie River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 278 over Coosawhatchie River in Hampton County, South Carolina. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,783 by 2043. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Coosawhatchie River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Coosawhatchie 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 over Coosawhatchie River carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Coosawhatchie River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Coosawhatchie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.