US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek
FairLexington County, South Carolina · 2MI NE of Pineridge · Structure no. 000000000000884
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek in Lexington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 87 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 23,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,424 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 133 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 21/US321 over Congaree 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek carry?
About 23,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.
Who owns US 21/US321 over Congaree Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.