US Bridges

US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F

GoodPosted for load

Wayne County, Georgia · 3.6 MI NW of Gardi · Structure no. 000000030500100

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 2000
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
144 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F is a concrete tee beam carrying US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F in Wayne County, Georgia. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,770 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,505 by 2031. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 25
CrossesPenholloway Creek O/F
Location3.6 MI NW of Gardi
RouteU.S. Route 25
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.56965, -81.84156
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,770 (2024)
Projected traffic8,505 by 2031
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.

What condition is US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F carry?

About 6,770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns US 25 over Penholloway Creek O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.