US 76 over Smith Branch
FairMarion County, South Carolina · 4 MI NE of Marion · Structure no. 000000000000043
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Smith Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 76 over Smith Branch in Marion County, South Carolina. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 100 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 5 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 11,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,784 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Smith Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 76 over Smith 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 76 over Smith Branch carry?
About 11,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Smith Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Smith Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.