US Bridges

US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch

Good

Bryan County, Georgia · 4.1 Miles West of Pembrok · Structure no. 000000002900080

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,810
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch in Bryan County, Georgia. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5,810 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,730 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 280 / SR 30
CrossesOtter Hole Branch
Location4.1 Miles West of Pembrok
RouteU.S. Route 280
CountyBryan County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.14064, -81.69245
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 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 traffic5,810 (2024)
Projected traffic5,730 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$152,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch carry?

About 5,810 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch?

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

Who owns US 280 / SR 30 over Otter Hole Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.