US 1 over Whites Creek
FairMarlboro County, South Carolina · 2.5 MI NW of Wallace · Structure no. 000000000000050
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 over Whites Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 1 over Whites Creek in Marlboro County, South Carolina. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 94 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,046 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 over Whites Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is US 1 over Whites Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 over Whites Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 1 over Whites Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 over Whites Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.