US 521 over Rafting Creek
FairSumter County, South Carolina · 15 MI NW of Sumter · Structure no. 000000000003761
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 521 over Rafting Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 521 over Rafting Creek in Sumter County, South Carolina. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 7,600 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,224 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 521 over Rafting Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 521 over Rafting Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 521 over Rafting Creek carry?
About 7,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 521 over Rafting Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns US 521 over Rafting Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.