US Bridges

Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403)

Good

Jackson County, Georgia · 4.5 M West of Jefferson · Structure no. 000000015751170

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
298 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,550
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403) in Jackson County, Georgia. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 3,550 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,050 by 2046. The structure is 298 ft (90.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesValentine Ind Pkwy
CrossesI-85 (sr 403)
Location4.5 M West of Jefferson
RouteCounty Highway 229
CountyJackson County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.16079, -83.63345
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating51.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length298 ft (90.8 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,550 (2024)
Projected traffic7,050 by 2046
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403) built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403) 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 Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403) carry?

About 3,550 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403)?

The structure is 298 ft (90.8 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Valentine Ind Pkwy over I-85 (sr 403)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.