US Bridges

US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow

Good

Clinch County, Georgia · 1.1 MI E of Homerville · Structure no. 000000006550740

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,160
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow in Clinch County, Georgia. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 5,160 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,500 by 2032. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 84 SR 38
CrossesWoodyard Crk Overflow
Location1.1 MI E of Homerville
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.04328, -82.72833
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,160 (2024)
Projected traffic9,500 by 2032
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$16.3 million (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow carry?

About 5,160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 84 SR 38 over Woodyard Crk Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.