US 21 over Burke Creek
GoodOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 8MI N of Orangeburg · Structure no. 000000000001219
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Burke Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 21 over Burke Creek in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,030 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 21 over Burke Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 21 over Burke Creek 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 21 over Burke Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Burke Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Burke Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.