US Bridges

US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib

Good

Gordon County, Georgia · 7 MI S of Calhoun · Structure no. 000000012900010

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib in Gordon County, Georgia. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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.

It carries about 8,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,070 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 41/ SR 3
CrossesOothkalooga Creek Trib
Location7 MI S of Calhoun
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.40845, -84.93609
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic8,400 (2024)
Projected traffic11,070 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$129,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib carry?

About 8,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.