US Bridges

Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass

Good

Chatham County, Georgia · 2 MI W of Savannah · Structure no. 000000005150380

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
272 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,000
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,465 by 2031. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesChatham Parkway
CrossesCR 975 SW Bypass
Location2 MI W of Savannah
RouteCity Street 4030
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.03922, -81.16382
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length272 ft (82.9 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,000 (2024)
Projected traffic24,465 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.3 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass carry?

About 14,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns Chatham Parkway over CR 975 SW Bypass?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.