US 221 NB over South Tyger River
FairSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 5.4 MI N of Woodruff · Structure no. 000000000000361
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,050
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 NB over South Tyger River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 221 NB over South Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 96 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,050 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,191 by 2043. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 NB over South Tyger River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 221 NB over South Tyger 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 221 NB over South Tyger River carry?
About 5,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 221 NB over South Tyger River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 221 NB over South Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.