US Bridges

Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek

Good

Dade County, Georgia · I-59 and I-24 Jct. Line a · Structure no. 000000008300370

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,260
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek in Dade County, Georgia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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.

It carries about 1,260 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,490 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

CarriesRmp I-59N to I-24W
CrossesPope Creek
LocationI-59 and I-24 Jct. Line a
RouteInterstate 59
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.97053, -85.4513
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJuly 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 rating89 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic1,260 (2024)
Projected traffic2,490 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$129,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek carry?

About 1,260 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rmp I-59N to I-24W over Pope Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.