US Bridges

SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek

Good

Washington County, Georgia · 4.2 MI NW of Davisboro · Structure no. 000000030350530

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,240
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek in Washington County, Georgia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,240 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2032. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 88 (wbl)
CrossesWilliamson Swamp Creek
Location4.2 MI NW of Davisboro
RouteState Highway 88
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.02032, -82.66374
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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 rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,240 (2024)
Projected traffic3,480 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$944,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 88 (wbl) 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 SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek carry?

About 5,240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 88 (wbl) over Williamson Swamp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.