US Bridges

Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib

Good

Thomas County, Georgia · 4.5 MI E of Ochlocknee · Structure no. 000000027551400

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
158
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib in Thomas County, Georgia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesDixie Chastain RD
CrossesOchlocknee River Trib
Location4.5 MI E of Ochlocknee
RouteCounty Highway 195
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.96637, -83.97559
Functional classRural Local

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2024)
Projected traffic75 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$264,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Dixie Chastain RD over Ochlocknee River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.