S-42-242 over South Tyger River
PoorPosted for loadSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 2.0 MI S Lyman · Structure no. 000000000002261
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-242 over South Tyger River is a concrete tee beam carrying S-42-242 over South Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the South Carolina average of 48 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,400 by 2043. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 31 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-242 over South Tyger River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-242 over South Tyger River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does S-42-242 over South Tyger River carry?
About 5,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is S-42-242 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-42-242 over South Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.