US Bridges

Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek

Fair

Newberry County, South Carolina · 5.3 MI NE of Newberry · Structure no. 000000000005814

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,400
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,504 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSc 219
CrossesBranch of Cannon Creek
Location5.3 MI NE of Newberry
RouteState Highway 219
CountyNewberry County
StateSouth Carolina
Coordinates34.29771, -81.52955
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,400 (2023)
Projected traffic3,504 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon 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 Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek carry?

About 2,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Sc 219 over Branch of Cannon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.