US Bridges

US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek

Good

Newberry County, South Carolina · 8.5 MI N E of Newberry · Structure no. 000000000001635

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,256 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 176
CrossesBranch of Kings Creek
Location8.5 MI N E of Newberry
RouteU.S. Route 176
Coordinates34.38658, -81.55271
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,600 (2023)
Projected traffic5,256 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek 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 176 over Branch of Kings Creek carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 176 over Branch of Kings Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.