US Bridges

US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib.

Good

Pierce County, Georgia · 6 MI NE of Patterson · Structure no. 000000022900220

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,930
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib. in Pierce County, Georgia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 94 years old, older 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 4,930 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,465 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 84 SR 38
CrossesLittle Satilla Riv Trib.
Location6 MI NE of Patterson
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.43916, -82.08001
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic4,930 (2024)
Projected traffic6,465 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$190,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib. built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib. 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib. carry?

About 4,930 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 84 SR 38 over Little Satilla Riv Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.