US Bridges

US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek

Fair

Barrow County, Georgia · 6 MI SW of Winder · Structure no. 000000001300290

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek in Barrow County, Georgia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 36,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,705 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 29 - SR 316
CrossesWilliamson Creek
Location6 MI SW of Winder
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.95787, -83.78314
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,400 (2024)
Projected traffic39,705 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$245,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek carry?

About 36,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 29 - SR 316 over Williamson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.