US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River
GoodGwinnett County, Georgia · 3.5 MI SW of Lawrencevill · Structure no. 000000013500030
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 154 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1987, 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.
It carries about 28,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,405 by 2032. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River carry?
About 28,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River?
The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US 29/ SR 8 over Yellow River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.