US Bridges

S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR

Fair

York County, South Carolina · 2.0 MI E Clover · Structure no. 000000000006830

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR is a concrete slab carrying S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR in York County, South Carolina. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,176 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesS-46-1321
CrossesBr to Beaverdam CR
Location2.0 MI E Clover
RouteState Highway 1321
Coordinates35.12972, -81.20556
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,700 (2023)
Projected traffic2,176 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-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR carry?

About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns S-46-1321 over Br to Beaverdam CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.