US Bridges

SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F

Good

Charlton County, Georgia · 0.3 MI N of Florida ST LN · Structure no. 000000004900140

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
180 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
2,710
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F is a concrete slab carrying SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F in Charlton County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,710 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,705 by 2032. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 23
CrossesN Prong ST Marys Riv O/F
Location0.3 MI N of Florida ST LN
RouteState Highway 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.36602, -82.13659
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,710 (2024)
Projected traffic3,705 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F carry?

About 2,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 23 over N Prong ST Marys Riv O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.