US 29 over Frey Creek
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 5.0 MI W of Spartanburg · Structure no. 000000000000979
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Frey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Frey Creek in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 86 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 29,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,108 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 145 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 US 29 over Frey Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 29 over Frey Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 29 over Frey Creek carry?
About 29,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Frey Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 145 ft wide.
Who owns US 29 over Frey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.