US 78 over Edisto River
GoodOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 4MI W of Branchville · Structure no. 000000000000570
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,250 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Edisto River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 78 over Edisto River in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2043. The structure is 1,250 ft (381 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Edisto River built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 over Edisto 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 78 over Edisto River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Edisto River?
The structure is 1,250 ft (381 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Edisto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.