US 501 over US 501 Bus
GoodMarion County, South Carolina · 2MI S of Marion · Structure no. 000000000008189
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 342 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 501 over US 501 Bus is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 501 over US 501 Bus in Marion County, South Carolina. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,600 by 2043. The structure is 342 ft (104.2 m) long and 69 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 501 over US 501 Bus built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 501 over US 501 Bus 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 501 over US 501 Bus carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 501 over US 501 Bus?
The structure is 342 ft (104.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns US 501 over US 501 Bus?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.