SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern
GoodBleckley County, Georgia · South City of Cochran · Structure no. 000000002300240
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,380
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern in Bleckley County, Georgia. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 2,380 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,555 by 2032. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 47 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern carry?
About 2,380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 87 Bus- US 23B over Norfolk Southern?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.