US 78 over Beaverdam Creek
GoodWilkes County, Georgia · 2.9 MI W of Rayle · Structure no. 000000031700010
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,480
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Beaverdam Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 78 over Beaverdam Creek in Wilkes County, Georgia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,480 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,690 by 2032. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Beaverdam Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 over Beaverdam 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 78 over Beaverdam Creek carry?
About 3,480 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Beaverdam Creek?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Beaverdam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.