US Bridges

US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek

Good

Warren County, Georgia · Warrenton - Westside · Structure no. 000000030100350

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,820
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek in Warren County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 3,820 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,900 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 278/SR12
CrossesGoldens Creek
LocationWarrenton - Westside
RouteU.S. Route 278
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.40752, -82.67265
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic3,820 (2024)
Projected traffic3,900 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
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$246,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

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

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

About 3,820 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 278/SR12 over Goldens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.