S-31-228 over Black River
PoorPosted for loadLee County, South Carolina · 7 MI S of Bishopville · Structure no. 000000000004603
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 135 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 125
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-31-228 over Black River is a concrete slab carrying S-31-228 over Black River in Lee County, South Carolina. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 125 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2043. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-31-228 over Black River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-31-228 over Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does S-31-228 over Black River carry?
About 125 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is S-31-228 over Black River?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S-31-228 over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.