US 17 over Bahama Creek
FairJasper County, South Carolina · 5.5MI N of Hardeeville · Structure no. 000000000000873
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 over Bahama Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 17 over Bahama Creek in Jasper County, South Carolina. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,712 by 2043. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 over Bahama Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 over Bahama 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 over Bahama Creek carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 17 over Bahama Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 over Bahama Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.