US Bridges

US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F)

GoodPosted for load

Greene County, Georgia · In West Greensboro · Structure no. 000000013300030

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
94 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,150
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F) in Greene County, Georgia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 8,150 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,335 by 2031. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 278 / SR 12
CrossesCSX Railroad (279582F)
LocationIn West Greensboro
RouteU.S. Route 278
CountyGreene County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.57618, -83.18615
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.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.9 US tons
Inventory rating21.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length94 ft (28.7 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,150 (2024)
Projected traffic10,335 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$551,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F) built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F) 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 CSX Railroad (279582F) carry?

About 8,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F)?

The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 278 / SR 12 over CSX Railroad (279582F)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.