SR 81 over South River
GoodHenry County, Georgia · 11 MI NE of Mcdonogh · Structure no. 000000015151280
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,710
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 81 over South River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 81 over South River in Henry County, Georgia. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 6,710 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,200 by 2042. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 81 over South River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 81 over South River 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 81 over South River carry?
About 6,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is SR 81 over South River?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 81 over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.