Columbia, S.C. (April 22, 2026) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation requests comments on proposed bridge repair projects in Newberry and Union counties.
Both projects will help reduce the number of load restricted bridges in South Carolina with comprehensive and cost-effective bridge repairs through SCDOTs Statewide Closed and Load Restricted Bridge Repair Program. The proposed repairs will improve regional mobility and extend bridge service life.
SC 121 over Saluda River in Newberry County
SCDOT proposes bridge repair, rehabilitation, and preservation services for the SC 121 bridge over Saluda River in Newberry County. The proposed improvements include repair, rehabilitation and preservation of the existing bridge over Saluda River. No detours are planned for this project as repairs will be completed using extended single-lane closures that will last for approximately 120 days.
Project Website: https://projectportal.scdot.org/sc-121-bridge-over-saluda-river
SC 18 (Pacolet Street) over Southern Railroad in Union County
SCDOT proposes bridge repair, rehabilitation, and preservation services for the SC 18 bridge over Southern Railroad in Union County. The proposed improvements include repair, rehabilitation and preservation of the existing bridge over Southern Railroad. No detours are planned for this project as repairs will be completed using extended single-lane closures that will last for approximately 90 days.
Project Website: https://projectportal.scdot.org/sc-18-bridge-over-southern-railroad
How to Comment
SCDOT will accept comments through May 14, 2026. The public may provide comments by using the online comment form on each project website, by mail to Warren Hart, SCDOT, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201, by calling 803-737-2049, or by email to HARTWD@scdot.gov.
SCDOT encourages members of the public to review the project website and provide questions or comments about potential impacts of the project. All comments received during a project comment period will be reviewed and included in the project record. Individuals who provide comments will receive a response upon request. Please note, any information provided, including names and addresses, is subject to disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.