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Mar 15
SCDOT Commission Meeting, Thursday, March 21, 2024

The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission will meet March 21, 2024 at 9 a.m. The meeting will take place at 955 Park Street in Columbia, South Carolina in the auditorium. The Audit Committee meeting will follow in room 306. Both agendas are available for review and download below.

The SCDOT Commission meetings are available via live stream here.


March 2024 Commission Agenda Packet

March 2024 Audit Committee Packet


For more information about the SCDOT Commission, visit scdot.org.


Mar 07
SC 160 and I-77 Interchange Reconfiguration Project Groundbreaking Set for Monday

Columbia, S.C. (March 7, 2024) – SCDOT officials and local officials will gather on Monday, March 11 at 2 p.m. to break ground on the SC 160 and I-77 Interchange Reconfiguration Project in York County.


The ceremony will be held adjacent to SC 160. Parking will be available behind the business located at 926 Market Street, Fort Mill, SC 29708.


Project Information


Through this project, the South Carolina Department of Transportation will reconfigure the existing diamond interchange to improve access between SC 160 and I-77. The offset direction interchange will be the first of its kind in South Carolina. This interchange type will not only reduce left-turn conflicts on SC 160, it will also improve intersection spacing and reduce the congestion on SC 160. The project will also widen over 1 mile of SC 160 through the interchange from US 21 to Pleasant Road.


Media Contact


  • Hannah Robinson (839) 228-9459


Mar 06
More overnight closures planned for bridge construction on I-126

Columbia, S.C. (March 6, 2024) – SCDOT is implementing the second of three closures of Interstate 126 Westbound, between Elmwood Avenue and Colonial Life Boulevard, for bridge construction on the Carolina Crossroads Project, Phase 1. The remaining closures of I-126 Westbound are tentatively scheduled as shown below will allow SCDOT to safely transport and set new bridge beams in their permanent locations. 



  • From approximately 11 p.m. Thursday, March 7 to 2 a.m. on Friday, March 8, 2024
  • From approximately 11 p.m. Wednesday, March 13 to 2 a.m. on Thursday , March 14, 2024


Motorists on I-126 Westbound will be slowed down by law enforcement and then detoured to Colonial Life Blvd. From there motorists are advised to follow detour signs to Bush River Road and then back to I-126. Motorists may experience temporary slowdowns and stops in traffic while these closures take place, and are advised to use caution, plan accordingly, and follow posted instructions.


Also, when the girders are being set at approximately 12:30 a.m., traffic on I-126 Eastbound must be stopped momentarily by law enforcement as a precaution. This traffic pacing operation on I-126 Eastbound will last approximately 20 minutes. This may also temporarily slow down traffic on I-26 Eastbound. 


The exact timing of these temporary closures is subject to change based on construction progress and weather conditions. Local law enforcement and transportation authorities will be onsite for traffic management during these operations to help provide for the safety of construction crews and the traveling public.


Visit scdotcarolinacrossroads.com for information about the Carolina Crossroads project in Richland and Lexington Counties.


About SCDOT

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is the state agency with oversight of South Carolina’s network of highways and bridges, including responsibilities such as planning, design, construction, financing, and roadway safety. To ensure the nation’s fourth-largest highway system is prepared to serve the needs of South Carolina’s growing economy and population, SCDOT has developed a Strategic 10-Year Plan that addresses improvements to the state’s highway and bridge systems. Learn more at scdot.org

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Mar 06
SCDOT to hold public involvement meeting in Marion County

​Columbia, S.C. (March 6, 2024) - SCDOT will hold a drop in public involvement meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2024 regarding a proposed bridge replacement over Catfish Branch in Marion County.

The meeting will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2024. The meeting will take place at Johnakin Middle School located at 601 Gurley Street, Marion SC 29571.  SCDOT representatives will be available at the meeting to discuss the proposed project with members of the community.

The South Carolina Department of Transportation proposes to replace the US 176 (W Liberty Street) bridge over Catfish Branch. The bridge is situated along the portion of US 76 (W Liberty Street) between S Canal Road to the east and SC-576 to the west. The existing bridge will be replaced with a new bridge that will accommodate four 12- foot lanes and two 6-foot shoulders. Visit the project website for additional information.

For more information about this and other proposed SCDOT projects, please visit our public involvement meeting webpage.




Mar 06
SCDOT closes bridge over Bear Creek in Lancaster County for repairs

​Columbia, S.C. (March 6, 2024) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation has closed the bridge over Bear Creek on Springdale Road in Lancaster County for repairs. 

Repairs are expected to take approximately a month to complete. A detour has been set up that utilizes Plantation Road and SC 9 Business (West Meeting Street). 

A detour map can be found below.



Mar 04
SCDOT Requests Comments on Proposed Project

​Bridge repair project planned in Spartanburg County

Columbia, S.C. (March 4, 2024) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation requests input from the traveling public on the following proposed transportation projects. SCDOT encourages members of the public to review project websites and provide questions, comments, or information about local historic or cultural resources. 

All comments received during a project comment period will be reviewed and included in the project record. Individuals who provide comments will receive responses upon request.

Individuals in need of special accommodations may call 803-737-1271 or send an email to SCDOTPublicComment@scdot.org to request assistance. Individuals without access to the internet who would like to receive project information, or submit a comment, should contact the respective SCDOT Project Manager listed below.

Individuals who need to speak with an interpreter should contact SCDOT at 803-724-5862 or 888-468-8081. Para hablar con un intérprete, comuníquese con SCDOT al 803-724-5862 o al número gratuito 888-468-8081.

Spartanburg County Bridge Repair Project at US 176 over Norfolk Southern Railroad

Comment period: March 4 to April 2, 2024

How to submit comments:



Mar 04
SCDOT Requests Comments on Proposed Project

​Bridge replacement project planned in Fairfield County

Columbia, S.C. (March 1, 2024) - The South Carolina Department of Transportation requests input from the traveling public on the following proposed transportation projects. SCDOT encourages members of the public to review project websites and p+rovide questions, comments, or information about local historic or cultural resources.

All comments received during a project comment period will be reviewed and included in the project record. Individuals who provide comments will receive responses upon request.

Individuals in need of special accommodations may call 803-737-1271 or send an email to SCDOTPublicComment@scdot.org to request assistance. Individuals without access to the internet who would like to receive project information, or submit a comment, should contact the respective SCDOT Project Manager listed below.

Individuals who need to speak with an interpreter should contact SCDOT at 803-724-5862 or 888-468-8081. Para hablar con un intérprete, comuníquese con SCDOT al 803-724-5862 o al número gratuito 888-468-8081.

Bridge Replacement Project at SC 200 over Minton Creek

Comment period: March 1 to 31, 2024

How to submit comments:

  • Online: https://scdotgis.online/SC200-MintonCreek

  • Mail: Tyler Davis, Project Manager, 955 Park Street, P.O. Box 191, Columbia, SC 29201

  • Phone: 803-737-1854

  • Email: DavisTW@scdot.org   


Mar 04
SCDOT to Perform Safety Improvements on US 25 in Greenville County

​Greenville, S.C. (February 29, 2024) - Starting March 1, SCDOT will begin implementing safety improvements on US 25 in Greenville as part of the US 25 Rural Road Safety Improvement Project.

Work will begin on Belvue School Road and continue up toward the state line. Of the several safety improvements, crews will be installing rumble strips, additional guardrails, and widening shoulders. This project will consist of several construction phases with temporary lane closures and flagging operations throughout the duration of the project. Most work will take place during the day, but activity can also be expected at night. The project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2025.

Drivers are encouraged to plan their routes in advance and to drive safely around road work zones. Real-time traffic and road closure information is always available at 511sc.org and on the SCDOT 511 mobile app.


Feb 29
Update: Three Overnight Closures Scheduled for I-126 Westbound

​Columbia, S.C. (February 29, 2024) – SCDOT will implement three separate closures of Interstate 126 Westbound, between Elmwood Avenue and Colonial Life Boulevard, for Carolina Crossroads project construction work. Each closure will last for approximately 30 minutes.

The first closure is scheduled for the early morning hours tomorrow, March 1. This closure was previously scheduled for early today but was delayed because of weather.

The three closures of I-126 Westbound will allow SCDOT to safely transport and set new bridge beams in their permanent locations. Each closure will begin soon after midnight and last for approximately 30 minutes. Scheduled closure dates are as follows:

  • Early Friday morning, March 1, 2024

  • Early Thursday morning, March 7, 2024

  • Early Sunday morning, March 10, 2024

Exact timing of the I-126 Westbound closures is subject to change based on construction progress, with backup dates scheduled in case of poor weather or other unexpected issues. Routine nighttime lane closures for project construction will also continue to take place throughout this timeframe. Drivers may experience temporary slowdowns and stops in traffic while these closures take place, and are advised to use caution and plan accordingly.

During the I-126 Westbound closures, local law enforcement and transportation authorities will be onsite for traffic management and to help provide for the safety of construction crews and the traveling public.

Visit scdotcarolinacrossroads.com for information about the Carolina Crossroads project in Richland and Lexington Counties.

Feb 28
Temporary closure of Gibson Road in Lexington County

Columbia, S.C. (February 28, 2024) - Starting Monday, March 4, a portion of Gibson Road (S-32-91) in Lexington County will be temporarily closed for construction. The closure is expected to last approximately 12 days and will allow for the repair of a pipe culvert near the intersection of Cinnamon Hills Court.

During the closure, drivers should use an alternate route. A signed detour route will be put in place using South Church Street, Roberts Street, and South Lake Drive. SCDOT asks motorists to slow down and drive safely near work zones.

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