US 76 over Reedy River
FairPosted for loadLaurens County, South Carolina · 11.9 MI NW of Laurens · Structure no. 000000000000557
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 524 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Reedy River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 76 over Reedy River in Laurens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 94 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,264 by 2043. The structure is 524 ft (159.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Reedy River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 76 over Reedy 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 over Reedy River carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Reedy River?
The structure is 524 ft (159.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Reedy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.