US Bridges

Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek

GoodPosted for load

Washington County, Georgia · 3.6 MI E of Davisboro · Structure no. 000000030350190

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
90
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek in Washington County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 90 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2032. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFrancis Bridge RD
CrossesWilliamson Swamp Creek
Location3.6 MI E of Davisboro
RouteCounty Highway 123
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.95037, -82.5554
Functional classRural Local

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 statusPosted for load 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans12
Design loadHS 15
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90 (2024)
Projected traffic45 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek carry?

About 90 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Francis Bridge RD over Williamson Swamp Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.