US Bridges

SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr.

Good

Crisp County, Georgia · 3.2 MI SE of Cordele · Structure no. 000000008100660

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,670
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr. in Crisp County, Georgia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7,670 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,505 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 300 (sbl)
CrossesNorfolk Southern Rr.
Location3.2 MI SE of Cordele
RouteState Highway 300
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.92327, -83.7688
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,670 (2024)
Projected traffic11,505 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr. built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr. 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr. carry?

About 7,670 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr.?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns SR 300 (sbl) over Norfolk Southern Rr.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.