SR 56 over Open Creek
GoodEmanuel County, Georgia · 3.4 MI NE of Covena · Structure no. 000000010700300
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Open Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 56 over Open Creek in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 56 over Open Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Open 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 56 over Open Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Open Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 56 over Open Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.