US Bridges

US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek

Good

Greene County, Georgia · 1.6 MI W of Greensboro · Structure no. 000000013300020

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,130
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek in Greene County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,130 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,625 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 278 / SR 12
CrossesRichland Creek
Location1.6 MI W of Greensboro
RouteU.S. Route 278
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.57666, -83.21036
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic3,130 (2024)
Projected traffic5,625 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$264,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278 / SR 12 over Richland 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek carry?

About 3,130 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 278 / SR 12 over Richland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.