US Bridges

US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib

Good

Polk County, Georgia · 0.2 MI W SR101 @ Rockmart · Structure no. 000000023300160

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,730
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib in Polk County, Georgia. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 6,730 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,890 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 278 - SR 6 Bus
CrossesEuharlee Creek Trib
Location0.2 MI W SR101 @ Rockmart
RouteU.S. Route 278
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.99646, -85.04297
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,730 (2024)
Projected traffic10,890 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$217,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib carry?

About 6,730 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 278 - SR 6 Bus over Euharlee Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.