SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow
GoodPosted for loadHouston County, Georgia · 3.2 MI E of Bonaire · Structure no. 000000015300270
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 374 ft
- 22 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow is a concrete slab carrying SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow in Houston County, Georgia. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 11,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,745 by 2032. The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow carry?
About 11,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow?
The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 96 over Ocmulgee River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.