US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River
GoodChatham County, Georgia · 4 MI SE of Savannah · Structure no. 000000005101630
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,187 ft
- 22 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 28,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,310 by 2031. The structure is 2,187 ft (666.6 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SR 26 over Wilmington River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River carry?
About 28,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River?
The structure is 2,187 ft (666.6 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 SR 26 over Wilmington River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.