US 176 over Hellers Creek
FairNewberry County, South Carolina · 7.9 MI N E of Newberry · Structure no. 000000000001636
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 176 over Hellers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 176 over Hellers 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 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,256 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 176 over Hellers Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 176 over Hellers 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 176 over Hellers Creek carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 176 over Hellers Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 176 over Hellers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.