US Bridges

Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F

Good

Dodge County, Georgia · 1.3 MI N of Chauncey · Structure no. 000000009100230

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F is a concrete tee beam carrying Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F in Dodge County, Georgia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 770 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 615 by 2032. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesChauncy-Dublin HWY
CrossesGum Swamp Creek O/F
Location1.3 MI N of Chauncey
RouteState Highway 165
CountyDodge County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.12305, -83.0599
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic770 (2024)
Projected traffic615 by 2032
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$703,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F carry?

About 770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Chauncy-Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.