S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal
PoorOrangeburg County, South Carolina · City of Orangeburg · Structure no. 000000000003731
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal is a concrete slab carrying S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 192 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 28 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S-38-1071 over Sunnyside Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.