US 129 over Middle Oconee River
FairJackson County, Georgia · 1.5 MI SE of Pendergrass · Structure no. 000000015700070
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 129 over Middle Oconee River is a concrete tee beam carrying US 129 over Middle Oconee River in Jackson County, Georgia. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 52 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.
It carries about 23,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,445 by 2031. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 129 over Middle Oconee River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 129 over Middle Oconee 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 129 over Middle Oconee River carry?
About 23,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 129 over Middle Oconee River?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 129 over Middle Oconee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.