US 25 over Saluda River
FairLaurens County, South Carolina · 14.0 MI SW Laurens · Structure no. 000000000004161
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 420 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 25 over Saluda River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 25 over Saluda River in Laurens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 62 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,920 by 2043. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 85 ft wide.
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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 | 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 25 over Saluda River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 25 over Saluda 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 25 over Saluda River carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 25 over Saluda River?
The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US 25 over Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.