US Bridges

SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow

Good

Early County, Georgia · 3.5 Miles West of Arlingt · Structure no. 000000009900400

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,210
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,210 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,315 by 2032. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 62
CrossesSpring Creek Overflow
Location3.5 Miles West of Arlingt
RouteState Highway 62
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.41301, -84.77922
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,210 (2024)
Projected traffic3,315 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$275,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 62 over Spring Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow carry?

About 2,210 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 62 over Spring Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.