US Bridges

US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow

Good

Thomas County, Georgia · 5.5 Miles East of Thomasv · Structure no. 000000027500170

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow in Thomas County, Georgia. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 83 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 8,770 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,020 by 2031. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUS 84/SR38
CrossesAucilla River Overflow
Location5.5 Miles East of Thomasv
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.81362, -83.85734
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,770 (2024)
Projected traffic13,020 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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$317,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow 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 Aucilla River Overflow carry?

About 8,770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 84/SR38 over Aucilla River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.