US Bridges

Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib

Good

Chatham County, Georgia · 0.8 MI N Int SR 25(IN Sav · Structure no. 000000005101590

Built
1983
42 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,500
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 18,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,535 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesChatham Parkway
CrossesOgeechee River Trib
Location0.8 MI N Int SR 25(IN Sav
RouteCity Street 4030
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.06056, -81.16061
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic18,500 (2024)
Projected traffic26,535 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$224,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib carry?

About 18,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Chatham Parkway over Ogeechee River Trib?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.