US 221 over North Tyger River
GoodSpartanburg County, South Carolina · 8.3 MI S Spartanburg · Structure no. 000000000008784
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 350 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 over North Tyger River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 221 over North Tyger River in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 19,400 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,220 by 2043. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 over North Tyger River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 221 over North 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 221 over North Tyger River carry?
About 19,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 221 over North Tyger River?
The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns US 221 over North Tyger River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.