US Bridges

US 278/ SR 6-NATHA over Euharlee Creek Trib

Good

Polk County, Georgia · In West Rockmart · Structure no. 000000023300310

Built
1971
54 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278/ SR 6-NATHA over Euharlee Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 278/ SR 6-NATHA over Euharlee Creek Trib in Polk County, Georgia. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 54 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 18,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,820 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 278/ SR 6-NATHA
CrossesEuharlee Creek Trib
LocationIn West Rockmart
RouteU.S. Route 278
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.01099, -85.05904
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 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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,800 (2024)
Projected traffic23,820 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$176,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is US 278/ SR 6-NATHA 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-NATHA over Euharlee Creek Trib carry?

About 18,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

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

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.