US Bridges

Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property

GoodPosted for load

Randolph County, Georgia · 11.5 Miles North of Cut · Structure no. 000000024300180

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
84 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,153
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property in Randolph County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,153 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 495 by 2030. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesBenevolence HWY
CrossesCSX R.R. Property
Location11.5 Miles North of Cut
RouteCounty Highway 1520
CountyRandolph County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.91963, -84.70406
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating21.9 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,153 (2024)
Projected traffic495 by 2030
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$492,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property 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 Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property carry?

About 1,153 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Benevolence HWY over CSX R.R. Property?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.