S-42-82 over South Tyger River
FairPosted for loadSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 7.5 MI SE Greer · Structure no. 000000000002088
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-82 over South Tyger River is a concrete tee beam carrying S-42-82 over South Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,106 by 2043. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-82 over South Tyger River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-82 over South 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-82 over South Tyger River carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is S-42-82 over South Tyger River?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-82 over South Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.