US Bridges

US 280/SR 30 over Flint River

Good

Sumter County, Georgia · 7.5 MI E of Leslie · Structure no. 000000026100170

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
2,243 ft
41 main spans
Daily traffic
4,970
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 280/SR 30 over Flint River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 280/SR 30 over Flint River in Sumter County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 4,970 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,145 by 2032. The structure is 2,243 ft (683.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesUS 280/SR 30
CrossesFlint River
Location7.5 MI E of Leslie
RouteU.S. Route 280
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.96505, -83.93202
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans41
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length2,243 ft (683.7 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,970 (2024)
Projected traffic5,145 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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$13.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 280/SR 30 over Flint River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 280/SR 30 over Flint River 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US 280/SR 30 over Flint River carry?

About 4,970 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 280/SR 30 over Flint River?

The structure is 2,243 ft (683.7 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 280/SR 30 over Flint River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.