S-36-56 over Br of Bush River
FairPosted for loadNewberry County, South Carolina · 2.0 MI NW Newberry · Structure no. 000000000004379
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-36-56 over Br of Bush River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-36-56 over Br of Bush River in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 846 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 S-36-56 over Br of Bush River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-36-56 over Br 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-36-56 over Br of Bush River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is S-36-56 over Br of Bush River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S-36-56 over Br of Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.