US 278 WB over Palmetto Lagoon

Good Condition25 years old13,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateSouth Carolina
CountyBeaufort
LocationHilton Head Island
CarriesUS 278 WB
CrossesPalmetto Lagoon
Coordinates32.18011, -80.72455

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Area527.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2001

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,600 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000009556

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