US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River
FairCarroll County, Georgia · 3.5 MI E of Temple · Structure no. 000000004500230
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1979
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River in Carroll County, Georgia. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 93 years old, older 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 6 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 7,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,180 by 2031. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.
What condition is US 78 over Little Tallapoosa 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River carry?
About 7,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Little Tallapoosa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.