S-31-21 over Black Creek
FairLee County, South Carolina · 8 MI NW of Bishopville · Structure no. 000000000001388
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 325
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-31-21 over Black Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S-31-21 over Black Creek in Lee County, South Carolina. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 325 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 475 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 S-31-21 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-31-21 over Black Creek 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 S-31-21 over Black Creek carry?
About 325 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is S-31-21 over Black Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns S-31-21 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.