US 52 over Black River Swamp
FairWilliamsburg County, South Carolina · 1 MI S of Kingstree · Structure no. 000000000009545
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 450 ft
- 15 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 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,614 by 2043. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
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 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 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 450 ft (137.2 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.