S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 4.0 MI S Chesnee · Structure no. 000000000000364
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River is a concrete culvert carrying S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1929, 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 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-189 over Br of 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-189 over Br of Pacolet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.