US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek
GoodPickens County, South Carolina · 16MI NW of Pickens · Structure no. 000000000000613
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek in Pickens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,022 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 178 over Rocky Bottom 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 178 over Rocky Bottom Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.