SCDOT Requests Public Comment on the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program to Include a Bridge Replacement in Hampton County

Columbia, S.C. (September 18, 2025) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks public comment on the action to amend the 2024-2033 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) to include a bridge replacement project in Hampton County. SCDOT will receive public comment for the 21-day period from September 18, 2025 through October 8, 2025.

The purpose of the project is to replace the closed bridge on US 17 Alternate over SCL Railroad and S-1 in Hampton County. The estimated cost for preliminary engineering, right of way, and construction work is $13.1 million.

Visit scdot.org/projects/public-comment-notices to view all STIP Comment Notices and submit comments online.

To assist those who do not have internet access, a printed copy of this press release and any supporting information is available for public review and comment at any of the South Carolina Department of Transportation District Offices and the South Carolina Councils of Government Offices

Submit a Comment

Comments will be accepted through October 8, 2025 and should be submitted to Ginny Jones, Public Involvement Director, SCDOT Office of Public Engagement, 955 Park Street, P.O. Box 191, Columbia, SC 29202. Comments may also be submitted online or by email to SCDOTpubliccomment@scdot.org

Please note, any information provided, including names and addresses, is subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.