Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch
GoodBibb County, Georgia · 0.75 M S JCT SR87 NW Maco · Structure no. 000000002100610
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,140
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 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 9,140 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,950 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch carry?
About 9,140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Pierce Ave SR 247 over Bowman Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.