US 378 over Little Saluda River
FairPosted for loadSaluda County, South Carolina · 1.8 MI NE of Saluda · Structure no. 000000000001895
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 378 over Little Saluda River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 378 over Little Saluda River in Saluda County, South Carolina. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,090 by 2043. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 378 over Little Saluda River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 378 over Little Saluda River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does US 378 over Little Saluda River carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 378 over Little Saluda River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns US 378 over Little Saluda River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.