US Bridges

US 78 / SR 10 over Big Haynes Creek

Good

Gwinnett County, Georgia · 1.5 MI E of Snellville · Structure no. 000000013500100

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
39,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 78 / SR 10 over Big Haynes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 / SR 10 over Big Haynes Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 97 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 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 78 / SR 10
CrossesBig Haynes Creek
Location1.5 MI E of Snellville
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.86056, -83.97557
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating92.9 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 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
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$639,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is US 78 / SR 10 over Big 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 Big 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 Big Haynes Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.