S-36-41 over Bush River
FairNewberry County, South Carolina · 8.3 MI S of Newberry · Structure no. 000000000007921
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-36-41 over Bush River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-36-41 over Bush River in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,460 by 2043. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 35 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-36-41 over Bush River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-36-41 over 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 2023.
How much traffic does S-36-41 over Bush River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is S-36-41 over Bush River?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns S-36-41 over Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.