US Bridges

US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow

Good

Jenkins County, Georgia · 2 MI SW of Millen · Structure no. 000000016550280

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,340 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,240
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow in Jenkins County, Georgia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 9,240 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,630 by 2031. The structure is 1,340 ft (408.4 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS 25 SR 23
CrossesOgeechee River Overflow
Location2 MI SW of Millen
RouteU.S. Route 25
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.78545, -81.96522
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.9 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+27 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length1,340 ft (408.4 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width92 ft (27.9 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,240 (2024)
Projected traffic9,630 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$14.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow carry?

About 9,240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow?

The structure is 1,340 ft (408.4 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns US 25 SR 23 over Ogeechee River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.