US 76 over Richland Creek
FairOconee County, South Carolina · 4.0 MI W of Seneca · Structure no. 000000000004626
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 76 over Richland Creek in Oconee County, South Carolina. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 60 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,882 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 133 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is US 76 over Richland 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 over Richland Creek carry?
About 14,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.