US 17 Bus over Withers Swash
FairHorry County, South Carolina · Town of Myrtle Beach · Structure no. 000000000001495
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Bus over Withers Swash is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 17 Bus over Withers Swash in Horry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 77 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 5 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 32,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,125 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long and 101 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Bus over Withers Swash built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is US 17 Bus over Withers Swash 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 17 Bus over Withers Swash carry?
About 32,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Bus over Withers Swash?
The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 101 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Bus over Withers Swash?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.