US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5
FairMarion County, South Carolina · .2 MI W Galivants Ferry · Structure no. 000000000006548
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 18 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5 is a concrete slab carrying US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5 in Marion County, South Carolina. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 9,950 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,313 by 2043. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5 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 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5 carry?
About 9,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 501 Sbl over Little Pee Dee SWP-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.