US Bridges

Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F

Fair

Brantley County, Georgia · 4 MI W of Hortense · Structure no. 000000002500140

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F is a concrete culvert carrying Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F in Brantley 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 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 1,770 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,205 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesHarrell Highway
CrossesLittle Satilla River O/F
Location4 MI W of Hortense
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.34856, -82.02153
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic1,770 (2024)
Projected traffic2,205 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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$199,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F built?

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

What condition is Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F carry?

About 1,770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.