| Socastee, S.C. (June 13, 2023) – Officials with the South Carolina Department of Transportation announced today that the Socastee Swing Bridge will remain closed to traffic for at least a week while repairs are made to the bridge. “Safety and mobility are a top priority for the agency,” said Secretary of Transportation Christy A. Hall, P.E. “To expedite repairs I have authorized an emergency contract for work on this historic bridge in the Socastee Community.” The bridge was closed June 12 following a collision. The collision caused major damage to the bridge, including a section of the support structure. Repair work will include removing and replacing the damaged section to make the bridge safe for traffic. Crews are being mobilized to complete this work as quickly as possible and safely reopen the bridge for traffic. SCDOT continues to coordinate closely with the Coast Guard to determine if the bridge can be safely opened for marine traffic. A signed closure and detour route has been put in place using SC-544. SCDOT asks motorists to drive cautiously in the area to keep crews safe and allow fellow motorists to adjust to the detour route. The next update is expected around 6 p.m. tomorrow, June 14. We encourage community members to follow us on social media or visit scdot.org for updates. |
| About SCDOTThe South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is the state agency with oversight of South Carolina’s network of highways and bridges, including responsibilities such as planning, design, construction, financing, and roadway safety. To ensure the nation’s fourth-largest highway system is prepared to serve the needs of South Carolina’s growing economy and population, SCDOT has developed a Strategic 10-Year Plan that addresses improvements to the state’s highway and bridge systems. Learn more at scdot.org. |