US Bridges

US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F

Good

Brantley County, Georgia · 0.1 MI S of SR 32 · Structure no. 000000002500120

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,470
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F is a concrete culvert carrying US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F in Brantley County, Georgia. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,470 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 301 /Sr 23
CrossesLittle Satilla River O/F
Location0.1 MI S of SR 32
RouteU.S. Route 301
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.33397, -81.95024
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic2,470 (2024)
Projected traffic3,300 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$152,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F carry?

About 2,470 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 301 /Sr 23 over Little Satilla River O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.