US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal
FairMarion County, South Carolina · 5 MI N of Marion · Structure no. 000000000000357
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal in Marion County, South Carolina. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,486 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 122 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal carry?
About 8,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.
Who owns US 501 over Br of Catfish Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.