US 178 over Penn Branch
FairOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 1MI NW of North · Structure no. 000000000001111
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 178 over Penn Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 178 over Penn Branch in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 85 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 5 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,624 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 49 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 178 over Penn Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US 178 over Penn Branch 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 178 over Penn Branch carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 178 over Penn Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 178 over Penn Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.