US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad
GoodPaulding County, Georgia · 2.25 MI SE of Dallas · Structure no. 000000022300320
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad in Paulding County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 40,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,240 by 2031. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad carry?
About 40,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 (ebl) over NS Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.