News Summary
The Old Burnett Road bridge over Thompson Creek in Boiling Springs is closed for repairs, affecting local traffic. SCDOT urges motorists to use specific detours while repairs are ongoing. This initiative is part of a larger state effort to enhance bridge infrastructure, following a significant funding allocation for repairs and replacements across South Carolina. Public input sessions are also planned to gather community feedback on various projects, ensuring local needs are met.
Boiling Springs, SC: Old Burnett Road Bridge Closure Due to Repair Project
The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has announced the closure of the Old Burnett Road bridge over Thompson Creek in Boiling Springs, Spartanburg County, as part of a bridge repair project. This closure is expected to last until an unspecified time in September, impacting local motorists.
The announcement was made on August 15, and it serves as a part of a broader initiative to improve the condition of bridges across the state. Motorists in the area are advised to take specific detours due to this closure. Those traveling eastbound on Old Burnett Road should head south on Rainbow Lake Road, take a left onto Bible Church Road, and merge back onto Old Burnett Road via the roundabout. For westbound traffic, drivers should merge onto Bible Church Road at the roundabout, proceed to Rainbow Lake Road, turn right, and continue until reaching Old Burnett Road on the right.
Statewide Bridge Infrastructure Efforts
In South Carolina, SCDOT oversees approximately 8,500 bridges. This closure is part of a larger context in which state lawmakers allocated $200 million in 2024 to repair and replace bridges that are in a poor state of condition. This funding comes on top of an additional $239 million in federal funds that have been designated for various bridge projects across the state.
SCDOT officials have plans to repair or replace over 150 bridges statewide as part of these extensive infrastructure improvement efforts. These actions underscore the state’s commitment to enhancing transportation safety and efficiency for its residents and visitors.
Community Engagement and Public Input
To further facilitate these improvements, SCDOT is actively seeking public input regarding various bridge projects within Greenville, Pickens, and Spartanburg counties. This public engagement will run from March 10 to April 9, offering community members the opportunity to share their perspectives on specific projects, including those affecting the S.C. Highway 288/Table Rock Road bridge over the Oolenoy River and the Dan River Road Bridge over a tributary of the Pacolet River.
These public meetings aim to gather valuable local insights and feedback, ensuring that the bridge repair initiatives effectively address the needs and safety concerns of the community.
Conclusion
The closure of the Old Burnett Road bridge is a crucial step in SCDOT’s ongoing efforts to improve bridge safety and infrastructure. Given that many members of the Boiling Springs community will be affected by this project, it is essential for motorists to stay informed about the detour routes, and for them to participate in the upcoming public input sessions that may impact future bridge repair projects in the area.
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