US 501 over Sc 38
GoodMarion County, South Carolina · 5 MI N of Marion · Structure no. 000000000009862
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 179 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 501 over Sc 38 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 501 over Sc 38 in Marion County, South Carolina. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,220 by 2043. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 501 over Sc 38 built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 501 over Sc 38 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 501 over Sc 38 carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 501 over Sc 38?
The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 501 over Sc 38?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.