US Bridges

US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek

Good

Gwinnett County, Georgia · 0.6 MI E of Snellville · Structure no. 000000013500090

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
39,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 96 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 39,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,170 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 78/ SR 10
CrossesLittle Haynes Creek
Location0.6 MI E of Snellville
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.85684, -83.98795
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating91.9 US tons
Inventory rating54.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,700 (2024)
Projected traffic55,170 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$288,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek carry?

About 39,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 78/ SR 10 over Little Haynes Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.