S-36-56 over Bush River
GoodNewberry County, South Carolina · 7.2 MI NW Newberry · Structure no. 000000000008374
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-36-56 over Bush River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S-36-56 over Bush River in Newberry County, South Carolina. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 550 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 803 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-36-56 over Bush River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-36-56 over Bush River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does S-36-56 over Bush River carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is S-36-56 over Bush River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns S-36-56 over Bush River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.