US 278 over I-20
GoodNewton County, Georgia · Newton-Walton Co. Line · Structure no. 000000021750530
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,940
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over I-20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over I-20 in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,940 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,095 by 2031. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 67 ft wide.
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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over I-20 built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over I-20 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 2025.
How much traffic does US 278 over I-20 carry?
About 4,940 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over I-20?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over I-20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.