US 52 over Black River Swamp
GoodWilliamsburg County, South Carolina · 2 MI S of Kingstree · Structure no. 000000000009544
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 360 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 52 over Black River Swamp is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 52 over Black River Swamp in Williamsburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,614 by 2043. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 52 over Black River Swamp built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 52 over Black River Swamp 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 52 over Black River Swamp carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 52 over Black River Swamp?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 52 over Black River Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.