US Bridges

S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal

Good

Williamsburg County, South Carolina · 1.5 MI NW Kingstree · Structure no. 000000000008049

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal is a concrete slab carrying S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal in Williamsburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,216 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesS-45-771
CrossesBr Kingstree SW Canal
Location1.5 MI NW Kingstree
RouteState Highway 771
Coordinates33.69444, -79.85083
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic950 (2023)
Projected traffic1,216 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal carry?

About 950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns S-45-771 over Br Kingstree SW Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.