US Bridges

US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow

Good

Dodge County, Georgia · 4.2 MI W of Rhine · Structure no. 000000009100420

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
2,060
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow in Dodge County, Georgia. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 2,060 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,405 by 2032. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 km).

CarriesUS 280 W Rhine-Avi
CrossesOcmulgee River Overflow
Location4.2 MI W of Rhine
RouteU.S. Route 280
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.99779, -83.27286
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,060 (2024)
Projected traffic3,405 by 2032
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.2 mi (76 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$2.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow 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 US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow carry?

About 2,060 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 280 W Rhine-Avi over Ocmulgee River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.