US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad
GoodSumter County, Georgia · In W Americus · Structure no. 000000026100510
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 216 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad in Sumter County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 17,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,865 by 2031. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad carry?
About 17,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad?
The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 280 Forsyth ST over NS Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.