S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek
GoodLexington County, South Carolina · 5 MI SE of Leesville · Structure no. 000000000001531
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek in Lexington County, South Carolina. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,402 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S-32-34 over Lightwood Knot Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.