US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River
GoodMorgan County, Georgia · 3 MI NE of Buckhead · Structure no. 000000021100020
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 530 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,120
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River in Morgan County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,120 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2030. The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River carry?
About 3,120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River?
The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 SR 12 over Apalachee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.