US Bridges

SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp

Good

Liberty County, Georgia · 1 MI S of Flemington · Structure no. 000000017900540

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp in Liberty County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 30,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,275 by 2032. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 38 (us 84)
CrossesGoshen Swamp
Location1 MI S of Flemington
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyLiberty County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.83834, -81.53873
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,400 (2024)
Projected traffic37,275 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$671,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp carry?

About 30,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR 38 (us 84) over Goshen Swamp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.