US Bridges

US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek

GoodPosted for load

Early County, Georgia · 2 Miles West of Jakin · Structure no. 000000009900060

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
150 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,880
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,880 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,350 by 2032. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 Ebl/ SR 38
CrossesKirkland Creek
Location2 Miles West of Jakin
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.10099, -85.01
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,880 (2024)
Projected traffic7,350 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$879,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek carry?

About 4,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 Ebl/ SR 38 over Kirkland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.