US Bridges

SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek

Good

Richmond County, Georgia · 8.8 MI N of Hephzibah · Structure no. 000000024500100

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
20,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 56 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 20,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,725 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSR 10 - US 78
CrossesButler Creek
Location8.8 MI N of Hephzibah
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.44144, -82.12752
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic20,700 (2024)
Projected traffic22,725 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$469,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is SR 10 - US 78 over Butler 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek carry?

About 20,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 10 - US 78 over Butler Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.