US 178 over Limestone Creek
FairOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 8MI NW of Orangeburg · Structure no. 000000000001114
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 178 over Limestone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 178 over Limestone Creek in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1940, 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 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,038 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 178 over Limestone Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 178 over Limestone 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 178 over Limestone Creek carry?
About 8,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 178 over Limestone Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 178 over Limestone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.