S-42-985 over I-26
FairSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 4.6MI N Inman · Structure no. 000000000003122
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-985 over I-26 is a concrete tee beam carrying S-42-985 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 1,250 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,600 by 2043. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-985 over I-26 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-985 over I-26 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-42-985 over I-26 carry?
About 1,250 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is S-42-985 over I-26?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-985 over I-26?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.