I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow
FairBibb County, Georgia · 2 MI E of Macon Cty Limit · Structure no. 000000002101300
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow is a concrete tee beam carrying I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 55,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,085 by 2031. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow carry?
About 55,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns I-16 Wbl over Ocmulgee River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.