I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek
FairDade County, Georgia · I-24 & I-59 Interchange · Structure no. 000000008300360
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek in Dade County, Georgia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 14,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,765 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.
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 I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-59 (sbl) over Pope 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 I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek carry?
About 14,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I-59 (sbl) over Pope Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.