US Bridges

SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River

Good

Carroll County, Georgia · 2 MI W of Carrollton · Structure no. 000000004500260

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
153 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,180
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River in Carroll County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,180 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,195 by 2031. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 16
CrossesLittle Tallapoosa River
Location2 MI W of Carrollton
RouteState Highway 16
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.58851, -85.10605
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length153 ft (46.6 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,180 (2024)
Projected traffic6,195 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$897,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River carry?

About 5,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River?

The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 over Little Tallapoosa River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.