US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek
GoodClayton County, Georgia · 1 MI N of Jonesboro · Structure no. 000000006300060
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 56,760
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek in Clayton County, Georgia. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 72 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 56,760 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,140 by 2032. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 124 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek carry?
About 56,760 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 124 ft wide.
Who owns US 19 / SR 3 over Jester Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.