C-39-739 over South Saluda River
GoodPosted for loadPickens County, South Carolina · 13.7 MI NW Travelers Rest · Structure no. 000000000008910
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
C-39-739 over South Saluda River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying C-39-739 over South Saluda River in Pickens County, South Carolina. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 256 by 2043. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was C-39-739 over South Saluda River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is C-39-739 over South Saluda River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does C-39-739 over South Saluda River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is C-39-739 over South Saluda River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns C-39-739 over South Saluda River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.