SR 140 over Moore Creek
FairCherokee County, Georgia · @ W Waleska City Limit · Structure no. 000000005700240
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,830
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 140 over Moore Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 140 over Moore Creek in Cherokee County, Georgia. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 6,830 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,265 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 140 over Moore Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 140 over Moore Creek 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 SR 140 over Moore Creek carry?
About 6,830 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 140 over Moore Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 140 over Moore Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.