US 301 over Cooper Swamp
GoodOrangeburg County, South Carolina · 9MI N of Cope · Structure no. 000000000005999
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 301 over Cooper Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying US 301 over Cooper Swamp in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,916 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 54 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 301 over Cooper Swamp built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 301 over Cooper 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 over Cooper Swamp carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 301 over Cooper Swamp?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 301 over Cooper Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.