Sc 171 over Wappoo Creek

Fair Condition70 years old45,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyCharleston
Location1 Mi S Of US 17 James Isl
CarriesSc 171
CrossesWappoo Creek
Coordinates32.76637, -79.97409

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length761.8 ft (232.2 m)
Max Span152.6 ft (46.5 m)
Deck Width57.4 ft (17.5 m)
Deck Area4063.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic45,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002303

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