US 278 WB over New River
FairJasper County, South Carolina · 4 MI NE of Hardeeville · Structure no. 000000000009031
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 360 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 WB over New River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 278 WB over New River in Jasper County, South Carolina. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 16,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,560 by 2043. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 WB over New River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 WB over New 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 WB over New River carry?
About 16,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 278 WB over New River?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 WB over New River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.