S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River
FairPosted for loadSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 13.5MI SW Cowpens · Structure no. 000000000003507
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,608 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet 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 2024.
How much traffic does S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-30 over Trib to Pacolet River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.