C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv
GoodPosted for loadOconee County, South Carolina · 10.0 MI N Walhalla · Structure no. 000000000007717
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv in Oconee County, South Carolina. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 128 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns C-37-497 over W Fork of Little Riv?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.