US Bridges

Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek

Good

Dodge County, Georgia · 4.5 MI NE of Eastman · Structure no. 000000009100400

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
320 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,010
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek in Dodge County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 3,010 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,975 by 2032. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesEastman Dublin HWY
CrossesGum Swamp Creek
Location4.5 MI NE of Eastman
RouteState Highway 117
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.25464, -83.14014
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+6 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,010 (2024)
Projected traffic3,975 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.9 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek carry?

About 3,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Eastman Dublin HWY over Gum Swamp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.