US 221 over Simmons Branch
FairMcCormick County, South Carolina · In Mccormick · Structure no. 000000000001254
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 over Simmons Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 221 over Simmons Branch in McCormick County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,247 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 64 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 over Simmons Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 221 over Simmons Branch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 221 over Simmons Branch carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 221 over Simmons Branch?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US 221 over Simmons Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.