US Bridges

US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow

Good

Jeff Davis County, Georgia · 5.1 MI NW of Hazlehurst · Structure no. 000000016100340

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,880
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow in Jeff Davis County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,880 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,705 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 23 Sbl
CrossesOcmulgee River Overflow
Location5.1 MI NW of Hazlehurst
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.91044, -82.66873
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic1,880 (2024)
Projected traffic9,705 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$123,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow 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 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow carry?

About 1,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 23 Sbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.