S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River
FairPosted for loadNewberry County, South Carolina · 6.9 MI SE Newberry · Structure no. 000000000004184
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River is a concrete slab carrying S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 550 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 803 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River 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 S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S-36-244 over Branch of Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.