US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3
FairSumter County, South Carolina · 12 MI W of Sumter · Structure no. 000000000000985
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 720 ft
- 24 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3 is a concrete slab carrying US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3 in Sumter County, South Carolina. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 9,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,269 by 2043. The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3 built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3 carry?
About 9,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3?
The structure is 720 ft (219.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 EB over Wateree River SWP-3?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.