US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River
GoodSumter County, South Carolina · 2 MI S of Sumter · Structure no. 000000000005629
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River is a concrete slab carrying US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River in Sumter County, South Carolina. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 10,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,314 by 2043. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 15 NB over Pocotaligo 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River carry?
About 10,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 15 NB over Pocotaligo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.