US Bridges

US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br

Good

Long County, Georgia · 2 MI W of Ludowici · Structure no. 000000018300340

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
297 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
13,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br in Long County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,585 by 2032. The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 25 SR 23
CrossesBack Swamp-Fountain Br
Location2 MI W of Ludowici
RouteU.S. Route 25
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.69442, -81.78085
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95.9 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length297 ft (90.5 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,500 (2024)
Projected traffic18,585 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.7 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br 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 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br carry?

About 13,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br?

The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 25 SR 23 over Back Swamp-Fountain Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.