Sc 81 over Saluda River & S-4-143

Poor Condition57 years old13,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyAnderson
Location12 Mi N Of Williamston
CarriesSc 81
CrossesSaluda River & S-4-143
Coordinates34.79807, -82.46944

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length339.9 ft (103.6 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area1502.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,500 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000005456

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