US Bridges

SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek

Good

Richmond County, Georgia · 3.5 MI E of Hephzibah · Structure no. 000000024550740

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
15,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,580 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSR 121 - US 25
CrossesLittle Spirit Creek
Location3.5 MI E of Hephzibah
RouteU.S. Route 25
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.28254, -82.04928
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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 length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,100 (2024)
Projected traffic14,580 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$326,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek carry?

About 15,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SR 121 - US 25 over Little Spirit Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.