US Bridges

US 80 over Raines Creek

Fair

Upson County, Georgia · 12 MI S of Thomaston · Structure no. 000000029300060

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1959
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,780
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 over Raines Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Raines Creek in Upson County, Georgia. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 93 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,780 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,775 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 80
CrossesRaines Creek
Location12 MI S of Thomaston
RouteU.S. Route 80
CountyUpson County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.75221, -84.19714
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic1,780 (2024)
Projected traffic2,775 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$123,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80 over Raines Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.

What condition is US 80 over Raines Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does US 80 over Raines Creek carry?

About 1,780 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 80 over Raines Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 80 over Raines Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.