US Bridges

SR 38 (us 84) over Haynes Swamp

Good

Liberty County, Georgia · 2.5 MI SE of Flemington · Structure no. 000000017900560

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,540
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 38 (us 84) over Haynes Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying SR 38 (us 84) over Haynes Swamp in Liberty County, Georgia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 97 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 8,540 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,310 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 38 (us 84)
CrossesHaynes Swamp
Location2.5 MI SE of Flemington
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyLiberty County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.82156, -81.51916
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,540 (2024)
Projected traffic11,310 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$399,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is SR 38 (us 84) over Haynes 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 Haynes Swamp carry?

About 8,540 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

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

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.