Drawbridge To Replace Highway 41 Bridge

A low-slung drawbridge will be built over the Wando River instead of a 55-foot tall fixed span according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation. Construction of the bridge is expected to begin in late 2012 and last about two years.

The new bridge will cost $40 million dollars. As currently designed, the new bridge will have a 14-foot vertical clearance. It would open on demand with 12 hours notice.