US Bridges

US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek

Good

Bibb County, Georgia · 5.6 MI E of Macon · Structure no. 000000002100440

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,330
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 3,330 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,560 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesUS 23-US 129 Alt
CrossesStone Creek
Location5.6 MI E of Macon
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.78906, -83.56914
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,330 (2024)
Projected traffic4,560 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek carry?

About 3,330 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 23-US 129 Alt over Stone Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.