Sen. Tim Scott applauds $23.5 million BUILD grant to repair South Carolina bridges

CHARLESTON, S.C. — U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-S.C.) today released the following statement applauding the $23.5 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant awarded to replace up to 18 bridges across nine counties in rural South Carolina. “South Carolina’s rural communities deserve infrastructure that’s safe and built to last,” said Sen. Scott. “Replacing structurally deficient bridges across nine counties will strengthen local economies, improve safety, and ensure our roads keep pace with South Carolina’s growth. I’m grateful to see federal resources delivering real results for the communities that need them most.” The project is estimated to cost more than $116 million, replacing structurally deficient bridges with modern bridges that meet current design standards, include safety upgrades, incorporate geometric improvements, and provide multimodal accommodations where needed. ###