US Bridges

US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch

Good

Long County, Georgia · 6 MI NE of Ludowici · Structure no. 000000018300180

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,300
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch in Long County, Georgia. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 95 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 15,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,790 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 84 SR38
CrossesMilkhouse Branch
Location6 MI NE of Ludowici
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.76113, -81.6561
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating25.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic15,300 (2024)
Projected traffic14,790 by 2032
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$235,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch carry?

About 15,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 84 SR38 over Milkhouse Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.