US Bridges

Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F

Good

Brantley County, Georgia · 6 MI NW of Patterson · Structure no. 000000002550390

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
165 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 prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Harrell Highway over Little Satilla River O/F in Brantley County, Georgia. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 1,770 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,205 by 2032. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesHarrell Highway
CrossesLittle Satilla River O/F
Location6 MI NW of Patterson
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.35011, -82.0289
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$22 million (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harrell Highway 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 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 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.