US Bridges

US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek

Good

Oconee County, Georgia · 3.5 MI S of Bogart · Structure no. 000000021900020

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
20,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 20,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,640 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 78 / SR 10
CrossesBarber Creek
Location3.5 MI S of Bogart
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.90778, -83.56328
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,600 (2024)
Projected traffic23,640 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$399,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek carry?

About 20,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 78 / SR 10 over Barber Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.