US Bridges

Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek

Good

Columbia County, Georgia · 1.7 MI NE of Harlem · Structure no. 000000007300370

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,830
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek in Columbia County, Georgia. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,830 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,435 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHarlem-Grovetown R
CrossesUchee Creek
Location1.7 MI NE of Harlem
RouteCounty Highway 2121
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.43197, -82.29057
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,830 (2024)
Projected traffic3,435 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$158,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek carry?

About 2,830 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Harlem-Grovetown R over Uchee Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.