SR 20 over South River
FairNewton County, Georgia · Newton- Henry County Line · Structure no. 000000021750550
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 405 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 20 over South River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 20 over South River in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,640 by 2031. The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 20 over South River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 20 over South 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 20 over South River carry?
About 15,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 20 over South River?
The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 20 over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.