US 29 over Middle Tyger River
FairSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 4.5 MI E Greer · Structure no. 000000000001272
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Middle Tyger River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 29 over Middle Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 83 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 26,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,337 by 2043. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 84 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29 over Middle Tyger River built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 29 over Middle 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 29 over Middle Tyger River carry?
About 26,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Middle Tyger River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US 29 over Middle Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.