US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck
FairSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 2.4 MI S Spartanburg · Structure no. 000000000001138
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 107 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck is a concrete culvert carrying US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 85 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 5 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 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,064 by 2043. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 107 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck 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 over Trib-Fairforest Ck carry?
About 13,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck?
The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.
Who owns US 221 over Trib-Fairforest Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.