US Bridges

Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib.

Good

Candler County, Georgia · 10.3 MI SW of Metter · Structure no. 000000004300470

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,360
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib. in Candler County, Georgia. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,360 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,560 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesGriffin Ferry RD
CrossesOhoopee River Trib.
Location10.3 MI SW of Metter
RouteCounty Highway 2926
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.36285, -82.2341
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionNovember 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,360 (2024)
Projected traffic1,560 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib. built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib. 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib. carry?

About 1,360 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib.?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Griffin Ferry RD over Ohoopee River Trib.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.