US Bridges

FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp

Good

Bryan County, Georgia · 3055-3935 · Structure no. DAPFORSTE0BRG68

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
115 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
400
2021 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp in Bryan County, Georgia. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 400 by 2046. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFS-68
CrossesCanoochee River Swamp
Location3055-3935
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.97261, -81.45794
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (2021)
Projected traffic400 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns FS-68 over Canoochee River Swamp?

It is owned by the Army.