US Bridges

US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19)

Good

Thomas County, Georgia · THOMASVILLE-2 Miles East · Structure no. 000000027500130

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
208 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19) in Thomas County, Georgia. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,930 by 2031. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 84/ SR38
CrossesSR 3 (us 19)
LocationTHOMASVILLE-2 Miles East
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.83513, -83.94341
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.9 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,500 (2024)
Projected traffic18,930 by 2031
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.9 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19) built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19) 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19) carry?

About 14,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19)?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns US 84/ SR38 over SR 3 (us 19)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.