FAS 1603 over Canoochee River
FairPosted for loadEvans County, Georgia · 8 MI NW of Claxton · Structure no. 000000010900250
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 520 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 1603 over Canoochee River is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 1603 over Canoochee River in Evans County, Georgia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,065 by 2031. The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 1603 over Canoochee River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 1603 over Canoochee River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does FAS 1603 over Canoochee River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is FAS 1603 over Canoochee River?
The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 1603 over Canoochee River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.