SCDOT to close and detour Lorick Road bridge over North Branch in Richland County for repairs

Columbia, S.C. (December 22, 2025) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close and detour the Lorick Road bridge over North Branch in Richland County for repairs beginning January 5. 

The road is expected to reopen on January 22. These dates may change depending on weather conditions.

As part of this closure a detour route has been set up. A map of the detour can be found below. Please note that Lorick Road will be open to local traffic only, except at the bridge site.

SCDOT asks that drivers slow down and pay attention to signs and crews when driving through the area.