US Bridges

US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek

GoodPosted for load

Emanuel County, Georgia · 3.3 MI NW of Norristown · Structure no. 000000010700130

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
80 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,660
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,660 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,130 by 2032. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesUS 80/ SR 26
CrossesMulepen Creek
Location3.3 MI NW of Norristown
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.54907, -82.52404
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.9 US tons
Inventory rating21.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,660 (2024)
Projected traffic2,130 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$469,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek carry?

About 1,660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 80/ SR 26 over Mulepen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.