SR 262 over Big Slough
GoodDecatur County, Georgia · 12 Mi. N. of Climax · Structure no. 000000008700470
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 262 over Big Slough is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 262 over Big Slough in Decatur County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2032. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 262 over Big Slough built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 262 over Big Slough 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 262 over Big Slough carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 262 over Big Slough?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns SR 262 over Big Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.