US Bridges

SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib

Good

Dougherty County, Georgia · 3 MI SE of Albany · Structure no. 000000009500460

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,570
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib in Dougherty County, Georgia. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 5,570 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,730 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSR 133
CrossesMarine Corp Canal Trib
Location3 MI SE of Albany
RouteState Highway 133
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.53348, -84.09467
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 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 traffic5,570 (2024)
Projected traffic8,730 by 2032
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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$199,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib carry?

About 5,570 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.