US 278 over Alcovy River
GoodNewton County, Georgia · 2.5 MI E of Covington · Structure no. 000000021750650
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Alcovy River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over Alcovy River in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 18,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,250 by 2038. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 over Alcovy River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Alcovy 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US 278 over Alcovy River carry?
About 18,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Alcovy River?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Alcovy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.