S-43-25 over Briar Branch
FairSumter County, South Carolina · 8 MI S of Sumter · Structure no. 000000000001654
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S-43-25 over Briar Branch is a concrete culvert carrying S-43-25 over Briar Branch in Sumter County, South Carolina. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S-43-25 over Briar Branch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is S-43-25 over Briar Branch 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does S-43-25 over Briar Branch carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is S-43-25 over Briar Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns S-43-25 over Briar Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.