S-42-40 over I-26
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 5.7 MI NW Spartanburg · Structure no. 000000000003111
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-40 over I-26 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S-42-40 over I-26 in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,860 by 2043. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 32 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-40 over I-26 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-40 over I-26 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-40 over I-26 carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is S-42-40 over I-26?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-40 over I-26?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.