S-42-31 over Pacolet River
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 2.0 MI W Cowpens · Structure no. 000000000000169
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 425 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-31 over Pacolet River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-42-31 over Pacolet River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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.
It carries about 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,975 by 2043. The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 S-42-31 over Pacolet River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-31 over Pacolet 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-31 over Pacolet River carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is S-42-31 over Pacolet River?
The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-31 over Pacolet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.