SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River
GoodEmanuel County, Georgia · 1.1 MI NE of Covena · Structure no. 000000010700920
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2032. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 56 over Little Ohoopee River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River 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 Little Ohoopee River carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns SR 56 over Little Ohoopee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.