US 601 over I-26
FairOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 3MI N of Orangeburg · Structure no. 000000000003427
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 308 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 601 over I-26 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 601 over I-26 in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 26,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,028 by 2043. The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long and 62 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 601 over I-26 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 601 over I-26 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 601 over I-26 carry?
About 26,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 601 over I-26?
The structure is 308 ft (93.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 601 over I-26?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.