US Bridges

US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street

GoodPosted for load

Richmond County, Georgia · 13.3 MI NE of Hephzibah · Structure no. 000000024500230

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2005
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
108 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,230
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 68 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 1,230 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2032. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 1 Entrance Rmp/
CrossesCR 2494 Ellis Street
Location13.3 MI NE of Hephzibah
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.47149, -81.9578
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width23 ft (7.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,230 (2024)
Projected traffic690 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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$460,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.

What condition is US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street carry?

About 1,230 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 Entrance Rmp/ over CR 2494 Ellis Street?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.