US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek
GoodJeff Davis County, Georgia · 11.6 MI SE of Hazlehurst · Structure no. 000000016100010
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek in Jeff Davis County, Georgia. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 over Beefy Gum 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 23 over Beefy Gum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.