US Bridges

US 52 over Coastline Railroad

Good

Williamsburg County, South Carolina · 2 MI E of Greeleyville · Structure no. 000000000009661

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
189 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 52 over Coastline Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 52 over Coastline Railroad in Williamsburg County, South Carolina. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,438 by 2043. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 52
CrossesCoastline Railroad
Location2 MI E of Greeleyville
RouteU.S. Route 52
Coordinates33.55283, -79.93372
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length189 ft (57.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,700 (2023)
Projected traffic6,438 by 2043
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$311,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 52 over Coastline Railroad built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 52 over Coastline Railroad 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 52 over Coastline Railroad carry?

About 3,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 52 over Coastline Railroad?

The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 52 over Coastline Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.