US 80 over Gray Creek
FairChatham County, Georgia · 5 MI E of Savannah · Structure no. 000000005100630
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Gray Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 80 over Gray Creek in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 66 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 28,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,035 by 2031. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 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 80 over Gray Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 80 over Gray Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 over Gray Creek carry?
About 28,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Gray Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over Gray Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.