US Bridges

FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River

Good

Bryan County, Georgia · Tac-X Entr. Roadway · Structure no. DAPFORSTE0BRG77

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2021 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River is a concrete culvert carrying FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River in Bryan County, Georgia. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFS-42
CrossesTrib Canoochee River
LocationTac-X Entr. Roadway
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.09054, -81.64707
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 rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2021)
Projected traffic500 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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-42 over Trib Canoochee River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FS-42 over Trib Canoochee 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FS-42 over Trib Canoochee River?

It is owned by the Army.