US 21 NB over Whale Branch

Fair Condition35 years old8,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyBeaufort
Location8.7 Mi NW Of Beaufort
CarriesUS 21 NB
CrossesWhale Branch
Coordinates32.54061, -80.74512

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1299.9 ft (396.2 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area5150.6 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1991

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,900 (2023)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008413

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