S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek
GoodRichland County, South Carolina · 14 MI NW of Columbia · Structure no. 000000000007835
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek in Richland County, South Carolina. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 776 by 2043. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-40-59 over Big Cedar 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns S-40-59 over Big Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.