S-42-52 over Motlow Creek
PoorClosed to trafficSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 6.5MI NW Inman · Structure no. 000000000000363
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-52 over Motlow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S-42-52 over Motlow Creek in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 1,250 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,825 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 36 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Culvert | 1 Imminent Failure | Major deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-52 over Motlow Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-52 over Motlow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-52 over Motlow Creek carry?
About 1,250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is S-42-52 over Motlow Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-52 over Motlow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.