US 76 over Little River
FairLaurens County, South Carolina · Laurens City Limits · Structure no. 000000000002203
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Little River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 76 over Little River in Laurens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 70 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.
It carries about 11,400 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,784 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 74 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Little River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US 76 over Little 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 over Little River carry?
About 11,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Little River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.