Sc 56 over Bush River
FairLaurens County, South Carolina · 9.9 MI SE of Laurens · Structure no. 000000000000808
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1940
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sc 56 over Bush River is a concrete culvert carrying Sc 56 over Bush River in Laurens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 88 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,452 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 45 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sc 56 over Bush River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.
What condition is Sc 56 over Bush 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Sc 56 over Bush River carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Sc 56 over Bush River?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Sc 56 over Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.