SR 81 over Yellow River
FairPosted for loadNewton County, Georgia · In Porterdale · Structure no. 000000021700120
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 312 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 81 over Yellow River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 81 over Yellow River in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,275 by 2031. The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 81 over Yellow River built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 81 over Yellow River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 81 over Yellow River carry?
About 10,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 81 over Yellow River?
The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns SR 81 over Yellow River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.