US Bridges

US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek

Good

Putnam County, Georgia · 10 MI SE of Eatonton · Structure no. 000000023700060

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
160 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek in Putnam County, Georgia. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 73 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 13,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,025 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

CarriesUS 441 SR 24
CrossesBeaverdam Creek
Location10 MI SE of Eatonton
RouteU.S. Route 441
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.19666, -83.29496
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,700 (2024)
Projected traffic17,025 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek carry?

About 13,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US 441 SR 24 over Beaverdam Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.