SR 242 over Joiner Branch
GoodWashington County, Georgia · 3.8 MI E of Tennille · Structure no. 000000030300230
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,730
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 242 over Joiner Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 242 over Joiner Branch in Washington County, Georgia. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,730 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,415 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 242 over Joiner Branch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 242 over Joiner Branch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 242 over Joiner Branch carry?
About 1,730 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 242 over Joiner Branch?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns SR 242 over Joiner Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.