US Bridges

SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal

Good

Dougherty County, Georgia · Albany - SE Section · Structure no. 000000009500470

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1959
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal in Dougherty County, Georgia. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 83 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,095 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 133
CrossesMarine Corp Canal
LocationAlbany - SE Section
RouteState Highway 133
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.54404, -84.11161
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2024)
Projected traffic19,095 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$380,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.

What condition is SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal 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 carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR 133 over Marine Corp Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.