US Bridges

US 41/ SR 3 over Oothkalooga Creek Trib

Good

Gordon County, Georgia · In Calhoun · Structure no. 000000012900060

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,600
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 1928 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 97 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 18,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,875 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesUS 41/ SR 3
CrossesOothkalooga Creek Trib
LocationIn Calhoun
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.48761, -84.94564
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,600 (2024)
Projected traffic28,875 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$298,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

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 May 2023.

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

About 18,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

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

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.