General William C. Westmoreland Bridge

The General William C. Westmoreland Bridge is a road bridge crossing the Ashley River and surrounding marshlands while carrying Interstate 526 traffic with two lanes in each direction. The structure connects two populated areas and allows daily vehicle movement across the waterway.

The bridge was completed in 1980 and created a needed connection between North Charleston and the West Ashley district of Charleston. The structure was an important step in improving traffic flow for the growing region.

The bridge carries the name of General William C. Westmoreland, a South Carolina native who led American military forces during the Vietnam War era. His name remains connected to this major transportation link in the region today.

The bridge is straightforward to drive across in both directions, with two lanes per direction distributing traffic during peak hours. There are no tolls, making this a free route for daily commuters and travelers passing through the area.

The structure was designed with a clearance height of about 35 feet above the water to allow ships and boats to pass underneath. This navigational clearance was important for maintaining boat traffic in this section of the river.

Location: South Carolina

GPS coordinates: 32.83440,-80.02530

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:40