S-42-221 over South Tyger River
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 4.0 MI E Greer · Structure no. 000000000003760
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-221 over South Tyger River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying S-42-221 over South Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,450 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-221 over South Tyger River built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-221 over South Tyger River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-221 over South Tyger River carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is S-42-221 over South Tyger River?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-221 over South Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.