US Bridges

US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River

Good

Brooks County, Georgia · App 6 MI E of Quitman · Structure no. 000000002700620

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
920 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,190
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River in Brooks County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 9,190 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,785 by 2031. The structure is 920 ft (280.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 Ebl SR 38
CrossesWithlacoochee River
LocationApp 6 MI E of Quitman
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.79335, -83.45368
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+18 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length920 ft (280.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,190 (2024)
Projected traffic13,785 by 2031
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$5.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River carry?

About 9,190 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River?

The structure is 920 ft (280.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 Ebl SR 38 over Withlacoochee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.