US Bridges

SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow

Good

Washington County, Georgia · 13.4 MI SW of Tennille · Structure no. 000000030300440

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,180
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow in Washington County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,180 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,310 by 2032. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSR 57
CrossesOconee River Overflow
Location13.4 MI SW of Tennille
RouteState Highway 57
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.782, -82.9511
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,180 (2024)
Projected traffic2,310 by 2032
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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$2.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow 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 57 over Oconee River Overflow carry?

About 1,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns SR 57 over Oconee River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.