S-42-50 over South Tyger River
FairSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 6.4 MI NE Woodruff · Structure no. 000000000005855
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 330 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-42-50 over South Tyger River is a concrete tee beam carrying S-42-50 over South Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,044 by 2043. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-42-50 over South Tyger River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-42-50 over South Tyger 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 2023.
How much traffic does S-42-50 over South Tyger River carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is S-42-50 over South Tyger River?
The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns S-42-50 over South Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.