US Bridges

US 319 / SR 35 over New River

Good

Tift County, Georgia · 3.5 MI NE of Tifton · Structure no. 000000027700080

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,470
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 319 / SR 35 over New River is a concrete culvert carrying US 319 / SR 35 over New River in Tift County, Georgia. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 4,470 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,685 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 319 / SR 35
CrossesNew River
Location3.5 MI NE of Tifton
RouteU.S. Route 319
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.45014, -83.48069
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,470 (2024)
Projected traffic5,685 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$252,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 319 / SR 35 over New River built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 319 / SR 35 over New River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 319 / SR 35 over New River carry?

About 4,470 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 319 / SR 35 over New River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 319 / SR 35 over New River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.