James B. Edwards Bridge

The James B. Edwards Bridge is a concrete bridge that carries traffic across the Wando River, linking Charleston to Mount Pleasant. The structure features two parallel spans designed to handle regional transportation between these communities.

The bridge was built in the late 1980s to address growing transportation demands between Charleston and Mount Pleasant. This project represented a major infrastructure investment for the Charleston area.

The bridge is named after James B. Edwards, a former South Carolina governor who also led the Medical University of South Carolina. This naming reflects his importance to the state and its medical community.

The bridge handles substantial daily traffic with multiple lanes available for through traffic. Visitors should expect congestion during typical rush hours, especially in morning and evening periods.

The bridge was built using a special construction method where precast concrete pieces were assembled from top to bottom. This approach helped protect the sensitive marsh areas surrounding the river during construction.

Location: Charleston

Location: Mount Pleasant

Inception: 1989

GPS coordinates: 32.85984,-79.89620

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08