US Bridges

US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek

Good

Taylor County, Georgia · 9 MI N of Butler · Structure no. 000000026950340

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,320
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek in Taylor County, Georgia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,320 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,135 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 19 / SR 3
CrossesLittle Patsiliga Creek
Location9 MI N of Butler
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.68062, -84.26212
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating104.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic2,320 (2024)
Projected traffic3,135 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$290,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek carry?

About 2,320 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 19 / SR 3 over Little Patsiliga Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.