US Bridges

SR 139 over Sullivan Creek

Good

Clayton County, Georgia · 0.04 MI N of JCT I-285 · Structure no. 000000006350520

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 139 over Sullivan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 139 over Sullivan Creek in Clayton County, Georgia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 14,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,345 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 139
CrossesSullivan Creek
Location0.04 MI N of JCT I-285
RouteState Highway 139
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.61877, -84.44212
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,100 (2024)
Projected traffic15,345 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 139 over Sullivan Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 139 over Sullivan Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 139 over Sullivan Creek carry?

About 14,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 139 over Sullivan Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 139 over Sullivan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.