I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River
GoodMcIntosh County, Georgia · 18 MI N of Darien · Structure no. 000000019100380
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 756 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River in McIntosh County, Georgia. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 55 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 61,100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,835 by 2031. The structure is 756 ft (230.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River carry?
About 61,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River?
The structure is 756 ft (230.4 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns I-95 (sbl) over South Newport River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.