| Robert B. Scarborough Bridge | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Robert B. Scarborough Bridge |
| Crosses | Ashley River and Intracoastal Waterway |
| ID number | 001040003000100 |
| Design | concrete box girder |
| Total length | 3322.3 m |
| Width | 24.4 m |
| Clearance below | 20.4 m |
| Opened | September 4, 1993; 19 years ago (September 4, 1993) |
The bridge across the Ashley River is named the Robert B. Scarborough Bridge, named for a former state legislator and highway commissioner. The bridge is 2.9 miles (4.7 km) long and cost $124.7 million to build. The bridge also crosses Wappoo Creek, which is a part of the Intracoastal Waterway.
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