S-37-173 over Little River
PoorOconee County, South Carolina · 8.8 MI NE Walhalla · Structure no. 000000000002402
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-37-173 over Little River is a concrete slab carrying S-37-173 over Little River in Oconee County, South Carolina. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 695 by 2043. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-37-173 over Little River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-37-173 over Little River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does S-37-173 over Little River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is S-37-173 over Little River?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns S-37-173 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.