US Bridges

Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib

Fair

Richmond County, Georgia · Near Gate 1 · Structure no. DAPTRAGOR000008

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
12,500
2015 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2044. The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesChamberlain Ave
CrossesButler Creek Trib
LocationNear Gate 1
CountyRichmond County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.43886, -82.11845
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.3 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 traffic12,500 (2015)
Projected traffic13,000 by 2044
Trucks40%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$317,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib carry?

About 12,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.

How long is Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib?

The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Chamberlain Ave over Butler Creek Trib?

It is owned by the Army.