Uss Henry L. Stims over North River
FairCamden County, Georgia · 90M E. of Uss Woodrow Wil · Structure no. 1GA4976
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Navy / Marines
About this bridge
Uss Henry L. Stims over North River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Uss Henry L. Stims over North River in Camden County, Georgia. It was built in 1980 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2032. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Uss Henry L. Stims over North River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Uss Henry L. Stims over North River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Uss Henry L. Stims over North River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is Uss Henry L. Stims over North River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Uss Henry L. Stims over North River?
It is owned by the Navy / Marines.