US Bridges

US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek

Good

Walton County, Georgia · 1.9 MI E of Monroe · Structure no. 000000029700050

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek in Walton County, Georgia. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 28,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,710 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 78 / SR 10
CrossesJacks Creek
Location1.9 MI E of Monroe
RouteU.S. Route 78
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.80997, -83.68705
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic28,400 (2024)
Projected traffic31,710 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$290,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek carry?

About 28,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 78 / SR 10 over Jacks Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.