US Bridges

US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek

GoodPosted for load

Lowndes County, Georgia · 2 MI S of Valdosta · Structure no. 000000018500010

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,150
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek in Lowndes County, Georgia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 8,150 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,920 by 2032. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 41 (nbl) SR 7
CrossesMud Creek
Location2 MI S of Valdosta
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.80431, -83.25224
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,150 (2024)
Projected traffic10,920 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

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$938,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek carry?

About 8,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 (nbl) SR 7 over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.