US 521 over Trib to Wateree River
FairKershaw County, South Carolina · 4MI S of Camden · Structure no. 000000000002998
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 521 over Trib to Wateree River is a concrete culvert carrying US 521 over Trib to Wateree River in Kershaw County, South Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,790 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 521 over Trib to Wateree River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 521 over Trib to Wateree 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 521 over Trib to Wateree River carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 521 over Trib to Wateree River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 521 over Trib to Wateree River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.