US Bridges

US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek

Good

Haralson County, Georgia · 3.7 MI W of Tallapoosa · Structure no. 000000014300030

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,990
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek in Haralson County, Georgia. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 2,990 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,690 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 78/ SR 8
CrossesSanders Creek
Location3.7 MI W of Tallapoosa
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.7468, -85.3528
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic2,990 (2024)
Projected traffic3,690 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$176,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek carry?

About 2,990 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 78/ SR 8 over Sanders Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.