US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp
GoodOrangeburg County, South Carolina · .1 MI N of Bamberg CO LN · Structure no. 000000000005830
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp is a concrete tee beam carrying US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,394 by 2043. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp carry?
About 3,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 NB over South Edisto River Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.