SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp
FairPosted for loadGlynn County, Georgia · 1.5 MI N of JCT SR 520 · Structure no. 000000012700370
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 224 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,460
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp in Glynn County, Georgia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 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 3,460 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,735 by 2031. The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp carry?
About 3,460 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp?
The structure is 224 ft (68.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns SR 99 over Turtle River Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.