US Bridges

US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow

Good

Bibb County, Georgia · South Edge of Macon C.L. · Structure no. 000000002150980

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
186 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,860
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 2,860 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,125 by 2031. The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 41 Nbl SR 49
CrossesRocky Creek Overflow
LocationSouth Edge of Macon C.L.
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.76786, -83.66012
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length186 ft (56.7 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,860 (2024)
Projected traffic58,125 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$24.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow 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 US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow carry?

About 2,860 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow?

The structure is 186 ft (56.7 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns US 41 Nbl SR 49 over Rocky Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.