RICHLAND COUNTY – Starting Jan. 5, the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) will close the Lorick Road bridge over North Branch in Richland County for essential repairs.
The two-lane bridge is scheduled to remain closed through Jan. 22, though officials note that completion dates are subject to change based on weather conditions.
To manage traffic during the project, SCDOT has established a formal detour route. Motorists are encouraged to use U.S. Highway 321, Koon Store Road, and U.S. Highway 21 as primary alternatives.
Drivers should pay close attention to posted detour signage to navigate the area effectively. While the bridge site itself will be impassable, Lorick Road will remain open to local traffic on either side of the work. SCDOT urges all motorists to exercise caution and remain alert.
