Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River
GoodPosted for loadColquitt County, Georgia · App 3 MI SW of Moultrie · Structure no. 000000007100600
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 324 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River is a concrete tee beam carrying Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River in Colquitt County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,150 by 2031. The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River?
The structure is 324 ft (98.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Lower Meigs Road over Ocklockonee River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.