US 21 over Steele Creek
FairYork County, South Carolina · 9.8 MI N Rock Hill · Structure no. 000000000001276
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 21 over Steele Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 21 over Steele Creek in York County, South Carolina. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 83 years old, older 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 5 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 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,004 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 47 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 21 over Steele Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 21 over Steele Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 21 over Steele Creek carry?
About 8,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 21 over Steele Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 21 over Steele Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.