---
title: "Ben Sawyer Bridge Malfunction Closes Mount Pleasant Crossing"
url: https://www.herecharleston.com/2026/10/20/ben-sawyer-bridge-shut-overnight-after-malfunction/
date: 2026-10-20T05:34:17-04:00
modified: 2026-10-20T05:34:17-04:00
author: "Alonzo Arce"
categories: ["Traffic"]
site: "HERE Charleston"
attribution: "HERE Charleston"
---

# Ben Sawyer Bridge Malfunction Closes Mount Pleasant Crossing

> MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — The Ben Sawyer Bridge was shut to traffic Monday afternoon after it started to malfunction, and Mount Pleasant police warned that the closure would probably last through the night. Town leaders on Sullivan's Island said maintenance crews were sent out to the bridge once the trouble began. Joe Henderson, the island

*Source: [HERE Charleston](https://www.herecharleston.com/2026/10/20/ben-sawyer-bridge-shut-overnight-after-malfunction/) — October 20, 2026 by Alonzo Arce*

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. — The Ben Sawyer Bridge was shut to traffic Monday afternoon after it started to malfunction, and Mount Pleasant police warned that the closure would probably last through the night.

Town leaders on Sullivan’s Island said maintenance crews were sent out to the bridge once the trouble began. Joe Henderson, the island town administrator, said police officers were at the scene helping out.

In a post on X, the Mount Pleasant Police Department said the problem needs more inspection and could require repairs. Inspection crews went to the bridge and are expected to share updates.

No reopening time had been given as of Monday evening.

Until the bridge is back in service, drivers heading between Mount Pleasant and Sullivan’s Island should plan on another route and take extra care in the area, officials said.