US Bridges

US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek

Good

Colquitt County, Georgia · 2 MI S of Norman Park · Structure no. 000000007100080

Built
1972
53 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,240
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek in Colquitt County, Georgia. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 53 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 7,240 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,185 by 2031. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesUS 319 SR35
CrossesMiddle Prong Creek
Location2 MI S of Norman Park
RouteU.S. Route 319
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.24021, -83.73176
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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,240 (2024)
Projected traffic10,185 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$272,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek carry?

About 7,240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 319 SR35 over Middle Prong Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.