US Bridges

US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib

Good

Early County, Georgia · 4.3 Miles Northwest of J · Structure no. 000000009950620

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
266 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,920
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 5,920 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,410 by 2032. The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS84/ SR 38
CrossesChattahoochee River Trib
Location4.3 Miles Northwest of J
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.11818, -85.04202
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating79.9 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length266 ft (81.1 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,920 (2024)
Projected traffic7,410 by 2032
Trucks35%
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$1.6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib 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 US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib carry?

About 5,920 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib?

The structure is 266 ft (81.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US84/ SR 38 over Chattahoochee River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.