US 280 over Douglas Creek
FairTattnall County, Georgia · 3 MI NE of Reidsville · Structure no. 000000026700070
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,910
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 280 over Douglas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 280 over Douglas Creek in Tattnall County, Georgia. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older 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 6 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 3,910 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 280 over Douglas Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 280 over Douglas Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 280 over Douglas Creek carry?
About 3,910 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 280 over Douglas Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 280 over Douglas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.