US Bridges

Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms

Good

Henry County, Georgia · 1.1 MI SE of Greenwood · Structure no. 000000015150870

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,010
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms is a concrete culvert carrying Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms in Henry County, Georgia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,010 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,585 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesBethlehem Bottoms
CrossesBethlehem Bottoms
Location1.1 MI SE of Greenwood
RouteCounty Highway 2527
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.39116, -84.15809
Functional classRural Local

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,010 (2024)
Projected traffic3,585 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$193,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms 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 2024.

How much traffic does Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms carry?

About 2,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bethlehem Bottoms over Bethlehem Bottoms?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.