US Bridges

US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek

Fair

Warren County, Georgia · 4.1 MI NE of Warrenton · Structure no. 000000030100020

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,270
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek in Warren County, Georgia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6 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 4,270 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,895 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 278/SR12
CrossesBrier Creek
Location4.1 MI NE of Warrenton
RouteU.S. Route 278
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.42251, -82.59296
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,270 (2024)
Projected traffic5,895 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$293,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 278/SR12 over Brier 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek carry?

About 4,270 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 278/SR12 over Brier Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.