US Bridges

Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek

GoodPosted for load

Greene County, Georgia · 3.6 MI SW of White Plains · Structure no. 000000013350410

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
222 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
210
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek in Greene County, Georgia. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesJernigan Bridge RD
CrossesBruce Creek
Location3.6 MI SW of White Plains
RouteCounty Highway 267
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.43526, -83.07945
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 rating21.9 US tons
Inventory rating12.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2024)
Projected traffic735 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce 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 Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Jernigan Bridge RD over Bruce Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.