US Bridges

Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky

Good

Gwinnett County, Georgia · 1.8 MI NE of Lilburn · Structure no. 000000013501270

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
168 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,130
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 6,130 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,300 by 2032. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesBethesda Church RD
CrossesCR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky
Location1.8 MI NE of Lilburn
RouteCounty Highway 512
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.90515, -84.08421
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,130 (2024)
Projected traffic9,300 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky carry?

About 6,130 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Bethesda Church RD over CR7238 Ronald Reagan Pky?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.