Sc 72 over Bush River
FairLaurens County, South Carolina · 8.1 MI SE of Laurens · Structure no. 000000000008179
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sc 72 over Bush River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sc 72 over Bush River in Laurens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,104 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sc 72 over Bush River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sc 72 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Sc 72 over Bush River carry?
About 8,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Sc 72 over Bush River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns Sc 72 over Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.