US Bridges

US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib

Good

Bibb County, Georgia · 1 MI W SR 247 SW Macon · Structure no. 000000002100250

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20,100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,940 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 80
CrossesRocky Creek Trib
Location1 MI W SR 247 SW Macon
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.81506, -83.68086
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,100 (2024)
Projected traffic29,940 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$270,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib carry?

About 20,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 80 over Rocky Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.