Columbia, S.C. (July 13, 2026) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation will close the Sandfield Road bridge over Simmons Creek in Richland County for repairs beginning Monday, July 20.
The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately two weeks. It was implemented following an inspection conducted as part of SCDOT's routine bridge inspection and maintenance program.
Crews will repair the bridge pilings to improve the bridge's durability and provide a safer, longer-lasting structure for drivers.
A detour has been established and is highlighted in green on the map below.
SCDOT asks that drivers slow down and pay attention to signs and crews when driving through the area.
