SR 196 over Gum Branch
GoodLiberty County, Georgia · 11 MI W of Hinsville · Structure no. 000000017900290
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 196 over Gum Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 196 over Gum Branch in Liberty County, Georgia. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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.
It carries about 4,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,965 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 196 over Gum Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 196 over Gum Branch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 196 over Gum Branch carry?
About 4,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 196 over Gum Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SR 196 over Gum Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.