SR 189 over Bear Creek
FairDade County, Georgia · 4 MI SE of Trenton · Structure no. 000000008300190
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 189 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 189 over Bear Creek in Dade County, Georgia. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5 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 730 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 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 SR 189 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 189 over Bear 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 189 over Bear Creek carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 189 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 189 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.